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Zoning Laws Can Help Pandas and People Live in Peace

EAST LANSING, Mich. — As the world’s biodiversity hotspots are increasingly stressed by their human neighbors, zoning is becoming a common strategy to balance environmental protection and human needs. But a recent study conducted by Michigan State University researchers shows zoning for conservation demands reality checks.

“Zoning ordinances are rarely evaluated for their ability to make positive changes using empirical data on both human and biodiversity characteristics,” said Jianguo (Jack) Liu, Rachel Carson Chair in Sustainability at MSU. “It’s critical to examine both human and natural systems to see if ordinances are working and understand what changes might be needed.” (more…)

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