Mountain Research and Development Journal

Mountain Tourism—Trends and Transformations Toward Sustainability and Resilience

VOL 46 | NO 1
Call for papers open

How can tourism support sustainable development in mountains? We invite papers that analyze trends and impacts, assess solutions for sustainable tourism, or provide policy, action, or research agendas.

What Governance for Sustainable Development in the Mountains? Insights from the Alpine Region

By Stefano Sala et al

The authors analyze policies and strategies across Austria, France, Italy, and Switzerland and derive concrete policy recommendations on how to support sustainable development in mountain areas.

Open Issue

VOL 44 | NO 2
May 2024

Topics include settlement systems in mountains, farmer–landscape dynamics, a possible quality term for mountain wines, and climate adaptation practices in conflict-affected mountain areas.

Settlement Systems in Mountain Regions: A Research Gap?

By Dominik Bertram et al

Based on a scoping review, the authors show that academic debates do not fully address the potential of settlement systems for sustainable spatial development in mountains, and propose ways forward.

A Landscape’s Social and Ecological Services are Equally Valued by Andean Farmers When Deciding Where to Grow a Crop

By Quentin Struelens et al

Knowing farmer–landscape dynamics is vital for successful agroecological intensification. The main finding of this study in Ecuador challenges conventional sustainability norms.

Open Issue

VOL 44 | NO 1
February 2024

Read about pastoralism in Ladakh, links between migration and exotic plant species in the Andes, and the heterogeneity of Swiss alpine summer farms—and how all this relates to sustainable development.

Pastoralism in Changthang, Ladakh: Adaptations, Challenges, and Pathways for Sustainability

By Arif Pandit et al

This comprehensive review shows that integrated strategies that include regulated grazing practices and respect pastoralists’ stewardship are key to keeping this production system and culture sustainable.

Focus Topics

Innovation Pathways to Sustainability in Mountains

VOL 45 | NO 3
Call for papers open

How can innovation contribute to sustainability in mountains? We invite papers that assess innovation processes, examine innovation practices, or provide agendas for policy, action, or research.

Settlement Systems in Mountain Regions: A Research Gap?

Based on a scoping review, the authors show that academic debates do not fully address the potential of settlement systems for sustainable spatial development in mountains, and...

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