To return a damaged ecosystem to its original state

To improve the aesthetic value of a degraded area

To increase the economic value of a natural resource

To reduce the impact of human activities on the environment

The rights of future generations to a healthy environment

The value of biodiversity and ecosystem services

The potential for unintended consequences of restoration efforts

All of the above

That ecosystems should be restored to their original state

That ecosystems should be managed to maintain their natural structure and function

That ecosystems should be protected from human disturbance

That ecosystems should be valued for their aesthetic and economic benefits

The high cost of restoration efforts

The difficulty of restoring ecosystems to their original state

The potential for unintended consequences of restoration efforts

All of the above

Improved air and water quality

Increased biodiversity and ecosystem services

Enhanced resilience to climate change

All of the above

The government

Private landowners

Polluters

All of the above

The potential for GMOs to harm native species

The potential for GMOs to escape into the environment and spread their genes to wild populations

The potential for GMOs to be used to create new, more aggressive species

All of the above

The potential for assisted migration to disrupt natural evolutionary processes

The potential for assisted migration to introduce new diseases or pests into new areas

The potential for assisted migration to be used to justify the destruction of natural habitats

All of the above

The precautionary principle states that when there is a threat of serious or irreversible damage, lack of full scientific certainty should not be used as a reason for postponing measures to prevent or minimize the damage

The precautionary principle states that environmental restoration should always be carried out, regardless of the cost or the potential risks

The precautionary principle states that environmental restoration should only be carried out if there is a high probability of success

The precautionary principle states that environmental restoration should only be carried out if it is economically beneficial

Public participation is essential for ensuring that restoration efforts are transparent and accountable

Public participation can help to identify the values and priorities of the community that should be considered in restoration planning

Public participation can help to build support for restoration efforts and increase the likelihood of their success

All of the above

The potential for technology to be used to manipulate or control natural systems

The potential for technology to be used to create new, more aggressive species

The potential for technology to be used to justify the destruction of natural habitats

All of the above

Education can help to raise awareness of the importance of environmental restoration

Education can help to provide people with the skills and knowledge they need to participate in restoration efforts

Education can help to create a sense of stewardship for the environment and inspire people to take action to protect and restore it

All of the above

Environmental restoration can help to improve air and water quality

Environmental restoration can help to increase biodiversity and ecosystem services

Environmental restoration can help to mitigate the effects of climate change

All of the above

International cooperation can help to pool resources and expertise for restoration efforts

International cooperation can help to ensure that restoration efforts are coordinated and effective

International cooperation can help to promote the sharing of best practices and lessons learned

All of the above