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Geosites, geological or geomorphological sites with a recognised value determined through an audit, assessment and selection process, are subject to a range of threats. Conservation of geosites for scientific, educational, geotourism and other uses is an essential part of the conservation of geoheritage. Based on clear principles for geosite conservation, a Generic Geosite Conservation Framework is described, through which conservation needs are analysed (based on geosite ‘use’, ‘character’ and ‘sensitivity to threat’) and then geosite conservation is planned for and delivered. A nationally developed geosite conservation framework from Great Britain and a regionally developed framework from Spain are described and four brief case studies illustrate how the principles of geosite conservation can be put into practice in a structured and consistent manner. The benefits of delivering geosite conservation through a structured framework and the future challenges for geosite conservation in a changing world are discussed. |
