The hemeroby concept provides a theoretically grounded framework for measuring human disturbance intensity (Paracchini & Capitani, 2011). Unlike arbitrary weight assignments, hemeroby measures \"the magnitude of deviation from potential natural vegetation caused by human activities,\" offering a scientifically robust alternative to structural land cover classifications. European applications of hemeroby have demonstrated its ability in distinguishing rural management intensities. Paracchini & Capitani (2011) developed a comprehensive hemeroby classification for EU agricultural landscapes, incorporating nitrogen input and livestock density as intensity modifiers. This approach addresses the fundamental limitation of CORINE-based systems by integrating actual management practices rather than relying solely on structural characteristics. The hemeroby scale's seven-class gradient from ahemerobic (natural) to metahemerobic (artificial) provides the theoretical foundation missing from arbitrary weight systems. Recent applications across European contexts have validated its effectiveness for rural classification, with studies in Germany, Austria, and Portugal demonstrating strong correlations between hemeroby values and biodiversity indicators (Walz & Stein, 2014).
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\nGRANULAR is a four-year project (2022-2026) with 25 partners funded by the Horizon Europe programme and the United Kingdom funds on research and innovation. It aims to to identify, develop and provide novel data and reusable tools to understand the characteristics, dynamics and drivers of rural areas and hence support place and evidence-based policy making.
\nGRANULAR’s main objectives are:
- to conceptualise the diversity of features and functionalities of rural areas;
- to generate and assess novel rural data to support decision-making in rural areas available through an online repository (lien à faire);
- to develop indicators to better understand trends, threats and opportunities for rural areas;
- to contribute to operationalise the rural proofing of policies;
- to engage with actors across different types of rural contexts to collect, analyse, validate and assess data;
- to share knowledge and give rural actors tools for decision-making and support just, carbon-neutral and inclusive transitions of rural areas.