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This paper looks at the sources of funding for archaeology. It finds that a large proportion of funding derives from developments that have detrimental effects on nature. This can present a moral dilemma for practising archaeologists. Suggestions on possible ways forward are presented.
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Roseff, R. (2001). The Responsibilities of Archaeologists to Nature Conservation. In: Albarella, U. (eds) Environmental Archaeology: Meaning and Purpose. Environmental Science and Technology Library, vol 17. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-015-9652-7_10
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