<p>Ecosystem science has developed into a major part of contemporary ecology, and it is now applied to diagnose and solve a wide range of important environmental problems. <i>Fundamentals of Ecosystem Science</i> provides a compact and comprehensive introduction to modern ecosystem science. Written by a group of experts, this book covers major concepts of ecosystem science, biogeochemistry, and energetics.</p><ul><li>Addresses, contrasts, and compares both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems</li><li>Combines general lessons, concepts, frameworks, and challenges in highly accessible synthesis chapters</li><li>Presents firsthand case studies, written by leaders in the field, offering personal insights into how adopting an ecosystem approach led to innovations, new understanding, management changes, and policy solutions</li></ul>