Research Article

Ecological Assets Evaluation with Case Study for Yellow River Delta in China

Table 1

The value composition and assessment method of ecological assets in the Yellow River Delta Nature Reserve in Shandong Province.

Evaluation itemsEcosystem servicesIndexEvaluation method

Direct use valueMaterial production valueFoodMarket value method
Tourism and leisure valueTravelTravel expense law
Cultural value of scientific researchResearch cultureMarket law
Indirect use valueClimate regulation valueCarbon fixation and oxygen releaseCarbon tax law
Water storage and flood transfer valueWater storage and flood controlShadow value method
Road and land valueIncrease areaMarket value method