Our research focusses on the value of landscape for people and society as a whole. Our work encompasses a large number of scientific disciplines (Ecology, Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Public Administration, History and Planning). Working across disciplines, we study aspects of land use focussing on cultural heritage and planning, landscape perception and appreciation, leisure and tourism, health and the green environment, environmental policy analysis, decision support systems and valuation of ecosystem services.
Main research activities:
- research on landscape perception, landscape appreciation and nature images
- research on the value of a green environment for health
- research on demand and supply of (green) areas for recreation
- research on landscape history
- model studies on landscape design for tourism and the impact of tourism on landscape
- studies on the societal impact of land use change
- studies on public policy & public support
