Steering the behavior of MPA users: Why a diversity of approaches is the key to MPA governance

Steering the behavior of MPA users: Why a diversity of approaches is the key to MPA governance

Peter Jones of University College London has researched MPA governance for the past decade. His latest publication breaks down the full range of incentives that an MPA can use to steer behavior – from payments for ecosystem services, to assessing penalties for rule-breaking, to building on local customs, and many more. We asked him why managers should consider the governance of their sites.