Publications
Urban Heritage Facility Management: A Conceptual Framework for the Provision of Urban-Scale Support Services in Norwegian World Heritage Sites
A conceptual framework for Urban Heritage Facility Management (UHFM) has been validated, demonstrating its effectiveness in balancing heritage preservation with sustainable urban management at Norwegian World Heritage Sites. The study, conducted through interviews and correspondence across Røros, Rjukan, and Notodden, shows how UHFM integrates technical department tasks with the Historic Urban Landscape approach—now including a 'monitoring and evaluation' step—to support comprehensive service provision. This framework enhances the preservation of Outstanding Universal Value while fostering sustainable tourism, highlighting its potential for global application in heritage conservation.
A Place-centered Approach for the Integrated Nature-Culture Management of World Heritage in the Antropocene Era
A shift towards integrated nature-culture management in UNESCO World Heritage sites, exemplified by Røros Mining Town and the Circumference, reveals a more holistic approach to preserving cultural landscapes. This study highlights how such an approach transcends the traditional dichotomy between nature and culture, embracing the interconnectedness of ecosystems, heritage, and local communities—particularly the Sámi people's sustainable land management practices. By leveraging frameworks like 'Connecting Practice' and 'Panorama Solution,' this research demonstrates that place-centered conservation can effectively address the challenges of the Anthropocene era, fostering coexistence between human activities and natural systems.
A Methodology for Long-Term Monitoring of Climate Change Impacts on Historic Buildings
A groundbreaking methodology for long-term monitoring of climate change impacts on historic buildings has been established, enabling data-driven decision-making to address decay. The approach, developed through a Norwegian campaign involving 45 medieval structures—including 35 pre-1537 wooden and stone buildings, plus sites in Bryggen (Bergen) and Røros—combines zero-level registration with interval-based monitoring of key indicators. This framework, designed for a 30–50-year span, aims to detect climate-induced decay early, providing actionable insights for preservation efforts.
Cu-Zn slags from Røros (Norway): a case study of rapid cooling and crystal nucleation
A study of Cu-Zn slags from Røros, Norway, reveals that temperature gradients and volatile content are the primary factors influencing crystallization processes in these materials. The slags, composed of olivine- and pyroxene-group minerals along with sulphides and glass, exhibit distinct structural differences due to rapid cooling. This research provides insights into the mineralogical composition and crystallization behavior of historical mining slag, contributing to our understanding of industrial heritage materials. Røros Mining Town is renowned for its unique wooden architecture and historical significance in copper mining.
333 years of copper mining in the Røros region of the Mid-Scandic highlands Written sources versus natural archives
A study of Røros Mining Town reveals that natural archives, such as sediment cores from kettlehole lakes, can provide valuable insights into the environmental impact of industrial activity over 333 years. The research found that forest clearance during early copper mining was less pronounced in pollen records due to long-distance tree pollen, but non-arboreal pollen accurately reflected agrarian development. Abrupt increases in Cu, Zn, and Pb concentrations indicated air pollution linked to ore roasting, with SO2 emissions potentially exceeding 5,000 tonnes annually during peak production. The study also identified a delay of approximately 50 years between soil erosion and sedimentation rate changes, likely caused by intensive land use and vegetation damage from sulphuric fumes. These findings highlight the potential of natural archives to complement historical documents in reconstructing environmental and industrial histories.
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