Question

Of the following statements, which one is true of Robert Costanza's valuation of ecosystem services?

a. He argues against the valuation of ecosystem services
b. He emphasizes the monetary value of ecosystem services
c. He believes ecosystem services are impossible to quantify
d. He rejects the idea of placing a value on nature

Answer 1

Of the given options, the statement that is true of Robert Costanza's valuation of ecosystem services is b. He emphasizes the monetary value of ecosystem services.

The answer is option ⇒b

Step-by-step explanation:

Robert Costanza emphasizes the monetary value of ecosystem services.

In his work, Robert Costanza recognizes the need to put a monetary value on ecosystem services to quantify the trade-offs involved in land use scenarios.

Valuing ecosystem services is the first step towards integrating these services into decision-making and ensuring the continuity of ecosystems that provide the services.

The answer is option ⇒b