Proposal of a methodology for geoheritage degradation risk assessment

A methodology for assessing the risk of degradation of geoheritage is presented. The methodology is based on three criteria: natural vulnerability, anthropogenic vulnerability and public use. Each criterion is assessed based on specific parameters. Natural vulnerability considers the possibility of damage caused by natural processes not involved in the formation of the geosite, while anthropic vulnerability takes into account human activities related to the economic value of the geosite. Public use considers the possibility of damage caused by the current and potential location and use of the geosite. This methodology has been applied in geosites in different contexts and offers a quantitative approach to contribute to a clarification of concepts and procedures in geoheritage degradation assessment and to support adequate management procedures.