Program Coordinator: Matthew Zylstra Ecosystem resources and provide many vital goods and services to human society. Therefore the sustainable use of ecosystems (e.g. wetlands and water resources) is essential to maintaining these life support systems of our planet. However, in protecting and restoring these natural assets, it is necessary to manage beyond the borders of these natural areas in order to address threats occurring at larger spatial scales. This requires an integrated Ecosystem Approach combining ecological, socio-cultural and economic interests and values. FSD supports and carries out case studies that contribute to a more sustainable use of ecosystems as well as building networks and partnerships that stimulate best practice in integrated ecosystem management. Current Projects CaseBase: Nature Valuation and Financing Case Study Database for Ecosystem Management eyes4earth: Communicating & visualizing the importance of ecosystem services to human well-being PRESENCE: Participatory Restoration of Ecosystem SErvices & Natural Capital (in the Eastern Cape, South Africa) Financing Mechanisms for Ecosystem Management eyes4earth & PRESENCE are coordinated by the EarthCollective network which is institutionally supported by FSD. Completed Projects Middelsgraaf NOP-Impact (effecten klimaat op ecosystemen, bodem en water) Vision for Water & Nature CZMC (Coastal Zone Management Center) Baten van water