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Measuring the Economic Value of Restoring Hampyeong Stream Space

Hee-Chan Lee, Joo-Whan Leem, Kyu-Ho Kim
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한국환경생태학회지 (한국환경생태학회지 (환생지))
제29권 제2호 (2015.04)
pp.292-303
한국환경생태학회 (Korean Society of Environment & Ecology)
Abstract

The objective of this study is to evaluate the spatial restoration of Hampyeong Stream and to analyze the determinants of demand for the multi-functionalities of the stream. A Contingent Valuation Method (CVM) was used to estimate the multi-functional public benefits of restored stream area, and major determinants were scrutinized by establishing a demand model. The research data was collected by conducting a survey intended for Hampyeong’s local residents, resulting in 284 valid samples. In terms of determinants that affect willingness to pay (WTP), ‘physical factor of waterfront area’ and ‘experience factor of stream space’ showed a significantly positive influence on WTP. As a result of applying a double-bounded CVM, the willingness to pay for the restored Hampyeong Stream area indicated a potential contribution of 22,523 won (17,362~ 27,459 won, 95% confidence interval). When multiplying the number of households in Hampyeong-gun, the total annual value of Hampyeong Stream spatial restoration is approximately 302million won.

Table Content
INTRODUCTION
 MATERIALS AND METHODS
  1. Functions and Value Assessment of Streams
  2. Demand Model for the Restoration of Stream Space
 RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
  1. Survey and Data
  2. Estimation Results of the Demand Model ofStream Space
  3. Proposal
 REFERENCES
Author
  • Hee-Chan Lee(College of Hospitality and Tourism, Sejong Univ.)
  • Joo-Whan Leem(College of Hospitality and Tourism, Sejong Univ.)
  • Kyu-Ho Kim(Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology) Corresponding author