Using DPSIR framework for the implementation of wetlands observatory: case study Sebkhates of Aures wetlands complex (Northerneast, Algeria)

• Published in: Present environment & sustainable development Vol. 18; no. 1; pp. 293 - 309
• Main Authors: Imene BENZINA, Abdelkrim Si BACHIR, Abdelkrim ARAR, Christian PERENNOU, Anis GUELMAMI
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Alexandru Ioan Cuza University Press, Iasi, Romania 01.06.2024
• Subjects: dpsir framework; indicators; observatory; sabkhats of aures complex; wetlands
• ISSN: 2284-7820
• DOI: 10.47743/pesd2024181021

Wetlands are present within intricate ecological settings, exhibiting dynamic changes over time and across different areas with regard to their functional and structural diversity. Several approaches have been introduced for ecosystem analysis and management since 1990s, where Driver – Pressure – State – Impact – Response (DPSIR) framework is one of the widely used approaches for assessing and managing environmental problems. In this study, we proposed a DPSIR framework as a model in the Sebkhates of Aures wetland complex (SAWC, Northeast of Algeria), in order to create a regional wetland observatory to deliver ecosystem services within current state of changes resulted from socioeconomic drivers. DPSIR facilitates the identification of essential indicators to detect threats to the Sebkahtes of Aures wetlands complex (SAWC), influencing policymakers to enhance the protection and management of these wetlands. In line with the established DPSIR framework. This same approach and methodology could be applied to the other 15 wetlands complexes known in Algeria, culminating in the creation of a national wetland observatory. Furthermore, DPSIR can be employed as an analytical tool for policy making in the context of sustainable management of wetland ecosystems and can serve as a model in the establishment and development of various observatory programs in Algeria.