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Coastal and Marine Management

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This cluster of papers focuses on the importance of marine spatial planning and ecosystem-based management in achieving sustainable use of marine resources. It addresses topics such as integrated coastal management, ocean governance, the blue economy, cumulative impacts, stakeholder engagement, and the assessment of ecosystem health. The cluster emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to managing marine environments while considering the socioeconomic aspects and aligning with sustainable development goals.

Keywords

Marine Spatial Planning; Ecosystem-Based Management; Integrated Coastal Management; Ocean Governance; Blue Economy; Cumulative Impacts; Stakeholder Engagement; Coastal Zone Management; Ecosystem Health; Sustainable Development Goals

Treatise on Estuarine and Coastal Science

2011-01-01

Eric Wolanski , Donald S. McLusky

Adaptive co-management: collaboration, learning and multi-level governance.

2007-01-01

Derek Armitage , Fikret Berkes , Nancy C. Doubleday

Figures, Tables, Boxes Acronyms Preface and Acknowledgments 1 Introduction: Moving beyond Co-Management / Derek Armitage, Fikret Berkes and Nancy Doubleday Part 1: Theory 2 Adaptive Co-Management and Complexity: Exploring the … Figures, Tables, Boxes Acronyms Preface and Acknowledgments 1 Introduction: Moving beyond Co-Management / Derek Armitage, Fikret Berkes and Nancy Doubleday Part 1: Theory 2 Adaptive Co-Management and Complexity: Exploring the Many Faces of Co-Management / Fikret Berkes 3 Connecting Adaptive Co-Management, Social Learning, and Social Capital through Theory and Practice / Ryan Plummer and John FitzGibbon 4 Building Resilient Livelihoods through Adaptive Co-Management: The Role of Adaptive Capacity / Derek Armitage 5 Adaptive Co-Management for Resilient Resource Systems: Some Ingredients and the Implications of Their Absence / Anthony Charles Part 2: Case Studies 6 Challenges Facing Coastal Resource Co-Management in the Caribbean / Patrick McConney, Robin Mahon, and Robert Pomeroy 7 Adaptive Fisheries Co-Management in the Western Canadian Arctic / Burton G. Ayles, Robert Bell, and Andrea Hoyt 8 Integrating Holism and Segmentalism: Overcoming Barriers to Adaptive Co-Management between Management Agencies and Multi-Sector Bodies / Evelyn Pinkerton 9 Conditions for Successful Fisheries and Coastal Resources Co-Management: Lessons Learned in Asia, Africa, and the Wider Caribbean / Robert Pomeroy Part 3: Challenges 10 Communities of Interdependence for Adaptive Co-Management / John Kearney and Fikret Berkes 11 Adaptive Co-Management and the Gospel of Resilience / Paul Nadasdy 12 Culturing Adaptive Co-Management: Finding Keys to Resilience in Asymmetries of Power / Nancy Doubleday Part 4: Tools 13 Novel Problems Require Novel Solutions: Innovation as an Outcome of Adaptive Co-Management / Gary P. Kofinas, Susan J. Herman, and Chanda Meek 14 The Role of Vision in Framing Adaptive Co-Management Processes: Lessons from Kristianstads Vattenrike, Southern Sweden / Per Olsson 15 Using Scenario Planning to Enable an Adaptive Co-Management Process in the Northern Highlands Lake District of Wisconsin / Garry Peterson 16 Synthesis: Adapting, Innovating, Evolving / Fikret Berkes, Derek Armitage and Nancy Doubleday Glossary Contributors Index

Globalization, Roving Bandits, and Marine Resources

2006-03-16

Fikret Berkes , Terry P. Hughes , Robert S. Steneck +7 more

Setting-up place-based and transdisciplinary research to foster agrifood system transformation: Insights from the Aliment'Actions project in western France, Setting-up place-based and transdisciplinary research to foster agrifood system transformation: Insights from the Aliment'Actions project in western France,

Everglades: The Ecosystem and Its Restoration

1996-01-01

Stephen M. Davis , J. Ogden

The Everglades Issues in a Broader Perspective Introduction, Steven M. Davis and John C. Ogden Ecosystems as Products of Spatially and Temporally Varying Driving Forces, Ecological Processes, and Landscapes: A … The Everglades Issues in a Broader Perspective Introduction, Steven M. Davis and John C. Ogden Ecosystems as Products of Spatially and Temporally Varying Driving Forces, Ecological Processes, and Landscapes: A Theoretical Perspective, Donald L. DeAngelis and Peter S. White Wetland Ecosystem Protection, Management, and Restoration: An International Perspective, E. Maltby and P. J. Dugan Water Control in the Everglades: A Historical Perspective, Stephen S. Light and J. Walter Dineen Everglades Agriculture: Past, Present, and Future, G. H. Snyder and J. M. Davidson Changes in Freshwater Inflow from the Everglades to Florida Bay Including Effects on Biota and Biotic Processes: A Review, Carole C. McIvor, Janet A. Ley, and Robin D. Bjork II. Spatial and Temporal Characteristics of Ecosystem Driving Forces Age, Origin, and Landscape Evolution of the Everglades Peatland, Patrick J. Gleason and Peter Stone Sea Level Control on Stability of Everglades Wetlands, Harold R. Wanless, Randall W. Parkinson, and Lenore P. Tedesco The Climate of South Florida and Its Role in Shaping the Everglades Ecosystem, M. J. Duever, J. F. Meeder, L. C. Meeder, and J. M. McCollom A Computer Model to Simulate Natural Everglades Hydrology, Robert J. Fennema, Calvin J. Neidrauer, Robert A. Johnson, Thomas K. MacVicar, and William A. Perkins Fire Patterns in the Southern Everglades, L. H. Gunderson and J. R. Snyder Synthesis: Spatial and Temporal Characteristics of the Environment, Donald L. DeAngelis III. Vegetation Components and Processes Vegetation of the Everglades: Determinants of Community Composition, Lance H. Gunderson The Biology, Distribution, and Ecological Consequences of Melaleuca quinquenervia in the Everglades, Michael J. Bodle, Amy P. Ferriter, and Daniel D. Thayer Phosphorus Inputs and Vegetation Sensitivity in the Everglades, Steven M. Davis Periphyton in the Everglades: Spatial Variation, Environmental Correlates, and Ecological Implications, Joan A. Browder, Patrick J. Gleason, and David R. Swift Landscape Dimension, Composition, and Function in a Changing Everglades Ecosystem, Steven M. Davis, Lance H. Gunderson, Winifred A. Park, John R. Richardson, and Jennifer E. Mattson Synthesis: Vegetation Pattern and Process in the Everglades Ecosystem, Peter S. White IV. Faunal Components and Processes Long-Term Dynamics of an Everglades Small-Fish Assemblage, William F. Loftus and Anne-Marie Eklund Ecology of the American Alligator in a Seasonally Fluctuating Environment, Frank J. Mazzotti and Laura A. Brandt The Snail Kite in the Florida Everglades: A Food Specialist in a Changing Environment, Robert E. Bennetts, Michael W. Collopy, and James A. Rodgers, Jr. A Comparison of Wading Bird Nesting Colony Dynamics (1931-1946 and 1974-1989) as an Indication of Ecosystem Conditions in the Southern Everglades, John C. Ogden Nutrient Transport by Wading Birds in the Everglades, Peter C. Frederick and George V. N. Powell Foraging Habitat of Wading Birds in the Water Conservation Areas of the Everglades, Wayne Hoffman, G. Thomas Bancroft, and Richard J. Sawicki Relationships among Wading Bird Foraging Patterns, Colony Locations, and Hydrology in the Everglades, G. Thomas Bancroft, Allan M. Strong, Richard J. Sawicki, Wayne Hoffman, and Susan D. Jewell Factors Affecting Reproductive Success of Wading Birds (Ciconiiformes) in the Everglades Ecosystem, Peter C. Frederick and Marilyn G. Spalding Landscape, White-Tailed Deer, and the Distribution of Florida Panthers in the Everglades, Tommy R. Smith and Oron L. Bass, Jr. The Faunal Chapters: Contexts, Synthesis, and Departures, William B. Robertson, Jr. and Peter C. Frederick V. Toward Ecosystem Restoration The Structure and Dynamics of the Everglades System: Guidelines for Ecosystem Restoration, C. S. Holling, Lance H. Gunderson, and Carl J. Walters A Screening of Water Policy Alternatives for Ecological Restoration in the Everglades, Carl J. Walters and Lance H. Gunderson Toward Ecosystem Restoration, Steven M. Davis and John C. Ogden Index

Coastal Sedimentary Environments

1985-01-01

Richard A. Davis

Marine Ecological Processes

1995-01-01

Iván Valiela

Barriers and bridges to the renewal of ecosystems and institutions

1996-11-01

Donald Ludwig

The Structure of Marine Ecosystems

1974-12-31

John H. Steele

Profiling risk and sustainability in coastal deltas of the world

2015-08-06

Z. D. Tessler , Charles J Vörösmarty , Michael Grossberg +4 more

Deltas are growing centers of risk Population growth, urbanization, and rising sea levels are placing populations living in delta regions under increased risk. The future resiliency and potential for adaptation … Deltas are growing centers of risk Population growth, urbanization, and rising sea levels are placing populations living in delta regions under increased risk. The future resiliency and potential for adaptation by these populations depend on a number of socioeconomic and geophysical factors. Tessler et al. examined 48 deltas from around the globe to assess changes in regional vulnerability (see the Perspective by Temmerman). Some deltas in countries with a high gross domestic product will be initially more resilient to these changes, because they can perform expensive maintenance on infrastructure. However, short-term policies will become unsustainable if unaccompanied by long-term investments in all delta regions. Science , this issue p. 638 ; see also p. 588

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The Brundtland report: ‘Our common future’

1988-01-01

Brian Keeble

The World Commission on Environment and Development presented its report to the world at a press conference in London, England on 27 April 1987. The report examines the critical issues … The World Commission on Environment and Development presented its report to the world at a press conference in London, England on 27 April 1987. The report examines the critical issues of environment and development, suggests concrete and realistic proposals for dealing with them, and proposes far‐reaching changes for implementing the proposals at national and international levels.

Acta Oceanologica Sinica

1986-01-01

Martin Angel

Interpreting qualitative data: Methods for analysing talk, text and interaction

1996-09-01

Janice M. Morse

Climate change impacts on U.S. Coastal and Marine Ecosystems

2002-04-01

Donald Scavia , John C. Field , Donald F. Boesch +7 more

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Non‐linearity in ecosystem services: temporal and spatial variability in coastal protection

2009-02-01

Evamaria W. Koch , Edward B. Barbier , Brian R. Silliman +7 more

Natural processes tend to vary over time and space, as well as between species. The ecosystem services these natural processes provide are therefore also highly variable. It is often assumed … Natural processes tend to vary over time and space, as well as between species. The ecosystem services these natural processes provide are therefore also highly variable. It is often assumed that ecosystem services are provided linearly (unvaryingly, at a steady rate), but natural processes are characterized by thresholds and limiting functions. In this paper, we describe the variability observed in wave attenuation provided by marshes, mangroves, seagrasses, and coral reefs and therefore also in coastal protection. We calculate the economic consequences of assuming coastal protection to be linear. We suggest that, in order to refine ecosystem‐based management practices, it is essential that natural variability and cumulative effects be considered in the valuation of ecosystem services.

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Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences

2002-10-22

W. H. Berger

When I mentioned to a colleague that there was a new, six‐volume encyclopedia in ocean sciences that I had agreed to review, all he said was, “That will keep you … When I mentioned to a colleague that there was a new, six‐volume encyclopedia in ocean sciences that I had agreed to review, all he said was, “That will keep you busy for awhile.” Indeed, reviewing 3000‐plus pages of condensed matter is quite an order. In addition to simply reading one item after another and skipping a lot, I decided to work with the encyclopedia for a month in a writing project involving general oceanography. On the whole, the Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences is comprehensive, up‐to‐date, well illustrated, and well written, and the writing falls somewhere between that of an introductory textbook and a professional review. The marine biology portion, which is large, is particularly accessible. If you are studying oceanography, or teaching it, do gain access to this set of volumes. You will come to treasure it as a great source of information.

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China's environment in a globalizing world

2005-06-01

Jianguo Liu , Jared M. Diamond

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The development of artificial media for marine algae

1957-01-01

L. Provasoli , John J. A. McLaughlin , M. R. Droop

Fisheries and coastal governance as a wicked problem

2009-02-15

Svein Jentoft , Ratana Chuenpagdee

An index to assess the health and benefits of the global ocean

2012-08-14

Benjamin S. Halpern , Catherine Longo , Darren Hardy +7 more

Renewable energy from the ocean

2002-11-01

Robin Pelc , Rod Fujita

Planetary Boundaries: Exploring the Safe Operating Space for Humanity

2009-01-01

Johan Rockström , Will Steffen , Kevin J. Noone +7 more

Rockström, J., W. Steffen, K. Noone, Å. Persson, F. S. Chapin, III, E. Lambin, T. M. Lenton, M. Scheffer, C. Folke, H. Schellnhuber, B. Nykvist, C. A. De Wit, T. … Rockström, J., W. Steffen, K. Noone, Å. Persson, F. S. Chapin, III, E. Lambin, T. M. Lenton, M. Scheffer, C. Folke, H. Schellnhuber, B. Nykvist, C. A. De Wit, T. Hughes, S. van der Leeuw, H. Rodhe, S. Sörlin, P. K. Snyder, R. Costanza, U. Svedin, M. Falkenmark, L. Karlberg, R. W. Corell, V. J. Fabry, J. Hansen, B. Walker, D. Liverman, K. Richardson, P. Crutzen, and J. Foley. 2009. Planetary boundaries:exploring the safe operating space for humanity. Ecology and Society 14(2): 32. https://doi.org/10.5751/ES-03180-140232

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Bridging the Science&#8211;Management Divide: Moving from Unidirectional Knowledge Transfer to Knowledge Interfacing and Sharing

2006-01-01

Dirk J. Roux , Kevin H. Rogers , Harry Biggs +2 more

Roux, D. J., K. H. Rogers, H. C. Biggs, P. J. Ashton and A. Sergeant. 2006. Bridging the science–management divide: moving from unidirectional knowledge transfer to knowledge interfacing and sharing. … Roux, D. J., K. H. Rogers, H. C. Biggs, P. J. Ashton and A. Sergeant. 2006. Bridging the science–management divide: moving from unidirectional knowledge transfer to knowledge interfacing and sharing. Ecology and Society 11(1): 4. https://doi.org/10.5751/ES-01643-110104

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The coasts of our world: Ecological, economic and social importance

2007-01-26

M. Luisa Martínez , Apisom Intralawan , Gabriela Vázquez +3 more

Remote sensing: Principles and interpretation

1987-03-01

Sabins , Kamlesh Lulla

(1987). Remote sensing: Principles and interpretation. Geocarto International: Vol. 2, Remote Sensing and Biomes, pp. 66-66. (1987). Remote sensing: Principles and interpretation. Geocarto International: Vol. 2, Remote Sensing and Biomes, pp. 66-66.

Environmental threats and environmental future of estuaries

2002-03-01

Michael J. Kennish

Estuaries exhibit a wide array of human impacts that can compromise their ecological integrity, because of rapid population growth and uncontrolled development in many coastal regions worldwide. Long-term environmental problems … Estuaries exhibit a wide array of human impacts that can compromise their ecological integrity, because of rapid population growth and uncontrolled development in many coastal regions worldwide. Long-term environmental problems plaguing estuaries require remedial actions to improve the viability and health of these valuable coastal systems. Detailed examination of the effects of pollution inputs, the loss and alteration of estuarine habitat, and the role of other anthropogenic stress indicates that water quality in estuaries, particularly urbanized systems, is often compromised by the overloading of nutrients and organic matter, the influx of pathogens, and the accumulation of chemical contaminants. In addition, the destruction of fringing wetlands and the loss and alteration of estuarine habitats usually degrade biotic communities. Estuaries are characterized by high population densities of microbes, plankton, benthic flora and fauna, and nekton; however, these organisms tend to be highly vulnerable to human activities in coastal watersheds and adjoining embayments. Trends suggest that by 2025 estuaries will be most significantly impacted by habitat loss and alteration associated with a burgeoning coastal population, which is expected to approach six billion people. Habitat destruction has far reaching ecological consequences, modifying the structure, function, and controls of estuarine ecosystems and contributing to the decline of biodiversity. Other anticipated high priority problems are excessive nutrient and sewage inputs to estuaries, principally from land-based sources. These inputs will lead to the greater incidence of eutrophication as well as hypoxia and anoxia. During the next 25 years, overfishing is expected to become a more pervasive and significant anthropogenic factor, also capable of mediating global-scale change to estuaries. Chemical contaminants, notably synthetic organic compounds, will remain a serious problem, especially in heavily industrialized areas. Freshwater diversions appear to be an emerging global problem as the expanding coastal population places greater demands on limited freshwater supplies for agricultural, domestic, and industrial needs. Altered freshwater flows could significantly affect nutrient loads, biotic community structure, and the trophodynamics of estuarine systems. Ecological impacts that will be less threatening, but still damaging, are those caused by introduced species, sea level rise, coastal subsidence, and debris/litter. Although all of these disturbances can alter habitats and contribute to shifts in the composition of estuarine biotic communities, the overall effect will be partial changes to these ecosystem components. Several strategies may mitigate future impacts.

The importance of marine spatial planning in advancing ecosystem-based sea use management

2008-06-25

Fanny Douvere

Transforming Our World: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

2018-06-14

Rebuilding marine life

2020-04-01

Carlos M. Duarte , Susana Agustı́ , Edward B. Barbier +7 more

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Regional oceanography: an introduction

1994-09-01

The social construction of the ocean

2002-09-01

Journal of Coastal Research

2009-11-01

World Atlas of Mangroves

2010-09-23

Mark Spalding

World Seas: an Environmental Evaluation

2018-09-14

JOURNAL of COASTAL RESEARCH

2010-01-01

International Journal of Remote Sensing

2011-11-14

"International Journal of Remote Sensing." International Journal of Remote Sensing, 33(2), p. 664 "International Journal of Remote Sensing." International Journal of Remote Sensing, 33(2), p. 664

The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2020

2020-01-01

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Atmosphere-ocean dynamics

1983-10-01

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Ocean, Cryosphere and Sea Level Change

2023-06-29

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

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Cuxhavener Küstenheiden

2018-01-01

Registry-Migration.Gbif.Org

This dataset holds the observations recorded during the GEO Biodiversity Day "Cuxhavener Küstenheiden" in Cuxhaven-Altenwalde This dataset holds the observations recorded during the GEO Biodiversity Day "Cuxhavener Küstenheiden" in Cuxhaven-Altenwalde

Spatial Pattern in Plankton Communities

1978-01-01

John H. Steele

Spatial and temporal changes in cumulative human impacts on the world’s ocean

2015-07-14

Benjamin S. Halpern , Melanie Frazier , John Potapenko +7 more

Abstract Human pressures on the ocean are thought to be increasing globally, yet we know little about their patterns of cumulative change, which pressures are most responsible for change, and … Abstract Human pressures on the ocean are thought to be increasing globally, yet we know little about their patterns of cumulative change, which pressures are most responsible for change, and which places are experiencing the greatest increases. Managers and policymakers require such information to make strategic decisions and monitor progress towards management objectives. Here we calculate and map recent change over 5 years in cumulative impacts to marine ecosystems globally from fishing, climate change, and ocean- and land-based stressors. Nearly 66% of the ocean and 77% of national jurisdictions show increased human impact, driven mostly by climate change pressures. Five percent of the ocean is heavily impacted with increasing pressures, requiring management attention. Ten percent has very low impact with decreasing pressures. Our results provide large-scale guidance about where to prioritize management efforts and affirm the importance of addressing climate change to maintain and improve the condition of marine ecosystems.

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Marine spatial planning and ocean governance in Small Island Developing States

2025-06-25

Priyatma Singh , Björn-Ola Linnér , Ashneel Ajay Singh | Regional Environmental Change

Blue gentrification: Sustainably effective, socially regressive, or both? Impacts of coastal housing policies in Sardinia

2025-06-25

Dante Di Matteo , Eleonora Guadagno | Land Use Policy

Hvor nyttig er naturregnskap i planlegging for Oslofjorden?

2025-06-24

Gunnar Sander , Knut Bjørn Stokke , Synne Movik +1 more | Kart og plan

Designing With an Ocean Literacy Approach: Towards the Definition of “Ocean Cycle‐Centric Design”

2025-06-24

Letizia Artioli , Folco Soffietti , Raffaella Fagnoni +3 more | Ocean and Society

The Ocean Decade has provided a unique framework for fostering science‐informed practices that necessitate a rethinking of human relationships with the sea. The 2024 UNESCO Venice Declaration for Ocean Literacy … The Ocean Decade has provided a unique framework for fostering science‐informed practices that necessitate a rethinking of human relationships with the sea. The 2024 UNESCO Venice Declaration for Ocean Literacy in Action highlights the need to develop “ocean‐centric design.” While the environment‐centred design is well‐established, the ocean‐centric design remains underexplored, particularly regarding its epistemological foundations. This article defines ocean‐centric design as an approach to expanding ocean literacy dimensions and driving change across disciplines. Integrating design methodologies (civic design method) and concepts like bodies of water, Hydrocene, and perspectives from the blue humanities, the study proposes a framework and devises indicators to help designers ensure their practices are ocean‐centric. These indicators aim to foster a stronger connection with the ocean among society while addressing the Ocean Decade’s Challenge 10 “restoring society’s relationship with the ocean.” To validate these indicators, they are applied to a selection of ocean‐design case studies to assess whether the designs are inherently ocean cycle‐centric or merely contextualised within an ocean setting. Ultimately, the article seeks to expand the scope of environment‐centred design by introducing and emphasising a blue epistemology. The article introduces ocean cycle‐centric design, expanding environment‐centred design and integrating ocean literacy into resilient design practices for a restored human‐ocean nexus.

Developing a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework for Sustainable Maritime Spatial Planning: A Stakeholder-Driven Approach

2025-06-24

Vasiliki-Maria Perra , Maria Boilé | Sustainability

Effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) are essential for ensuring that Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) contributes to the sustainable development of the blue economy while maintaining alignment with institutional frameworks. The … Effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) are essential for ensuring that Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) contributes to the sustainable development of the blue economy while maintaining alignment with institutional frameworks. The study presented in this paper develops a stakeholder-driven M&E framework for sustainable MSP, emphasizing a participatory methodology to enhance the relevance and applicability of performance assessment. Using a structured mutual learning approach, the research engaged stakeholders in two iterative rounds: the first identified key strategic objectives for a sustainable blue economy through dialogue and a complementary questionnaire survey, while the second refined these into corresponding specific objectives. This process was applied in the context of a case study in Greece, where MSP implementation is shaped by national and EU regulatory frameworks and the socio-economic dynamics of the coastal and maritime sectors. The case study provided a practical testing ground for the proposed methodology, involving stakeholders from government, industry, and civil society to ensure a comprehensive perspective. The insights gained informed the design of a key performance indicator (KPI) framework, integrating qualitative and quantitative metrics tailored to the regional maritime governance landscape. These metrics were selected based on the SMARTIE (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound, Inclusive, Equitable) criteria and were clearly aligned with the established objectives. The frequency of measurements, appropriate data collection methods, and indicative data sources were also defined to provide a complete KPIs framework. This stakeholder-driven methodology strengthens the adaptive capacity of MSP by ensuring continuous assessment and revision aligned with sustainability objectives and facilitating ex ante, intermediate, and ex post evaluations. The proposed framework is scalable and transferable, offering a systematic approach to improving policy coherence and decision-making across different geographic, administrative, and sectoral contexts, enabling sustainable governance and maritime governance.

Ocean Literacy Opportunities in Urban Marine Ecosystems: Gorgonian Populations in Barcelona (Catalonia, Spain)

2025-06-24

Janire Salazar , Josep María Gili , Lucía Millán +2 more | Ocean and Society

Urban marine ecology, an emerging field in marine research, presents new opportunities to promote ocean literacy and contribute to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021–2030). Seeking … Urban marine ecology, an emerging field in marine research, presents new opportunities to promote ocean literacy and contribute to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021–2030). Seeking to advance these objectives, the Gorgonia Barcelona project, launched in 2021, adopted a collaborative and inclusive approach to foster collaboration among marine scientists, local scuba divers, fishers, policymakers, industry, academia, and citizens, co‐producing knowledge concerning marine benthic ecosystems dominated by Gorgonians in Barcelona. This study presents the findings and methodology developed throughout four successful years of the project, offering insights that could inspire similar initiatives elsewhere. Additionally, a Q‐sorting exercise was conducted to assess Barcelona divers’ alignment with ocean literacy dimensions, providing a tool that can be applied in diverse contexts—an identified research priority in ocean literacy. Three main diver profiles emerged: optimistic, pessimistic, and neutral. Divers expressed concerns about the urban marine environment, demonstrating a strong desire for its improvement. The study also incorporates testimonials from visitors to the project’s experimental aquatic zone, emphasising the role of older generations in fostering sustainable behaviours. Discussions with a representative of Barcelona’s fishers highlight the valuable local ecological knowledge they provide, despite often feeling overlooked and left out of marine conservation and ocean literacy discussions. The findings help close knowledge gaps and highlight the need for stronger conservation efforts, as well as more sustainable and inclusive governance models in urban marine areas. They also demonstrate how coastal cities can serve as key players in advancing ocean literacy through responsible research and innovation‐driven approaches that encourage sustainable actions.

Urban Marine Protected Areas (MPAs): A systematic review of governance, management and human impact

2025-06-24

Julie Marty-Gastaldi , Nathalie Lazaric , Benoı̂t Dérijard | Ocean & Coastal Management

Exploring Climate Change Trends in Temperature and Rainfall Across the Southeastern Coastal Area of Bangladesh

2025-06-24

Md Siful Islam Suhan , Sajal Kumar Adhikary | Journal of Engineering Science

Climate change has become a major concern for scientists all over the world. Bangladesh is considered one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to the negative impact of … Climate change has become a major concern for scientists all over the world. Bangladesh is considered one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to the negative impact of climate change. Particularly, the coastal part of the country faces a high risk due to the impact of climate and the frequent occurrence of natural disasters, including extreme rainfalls, waterlogging and flash flooding, cyclones, storm surges, and sea-level rise. Therefore, it is essential to explore the trends of climate change in terms of changes in rainfall and temperature in the past decades over the coastal region in Bangladesh. Hence, the aim of the current study is to assess the long-term climate change trends in monthly, seasonal, and annual temperature and rainfall caused by the impact of climate change. Four climate stations located in the southeastern coastal area in Bangladesh, including Cox’s Bazar, Teknaf, Hatiya, and Sandwip, are selected. Temperature and rainfall data are collected from the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, and 50 years of data (1950-2023) are used for the analysis. Both statistical and graphical methods are adopted for the analysis of climate change trends, in which the widely applied Mann-Kendall (MK) and Sen’s slope (SS) techniques are adopted as the statistical method, whereas the innovative trend analysis (ITA) technique is used as the graphical method. MK, SS, and ITA techniques revealed an overall increasing trend of monthly, annual, and seasonal temperature and rainfall in the study area. The results are statistically significant at the 5% significance level in most cases. Likewise, similar trends are also found in the monthly, annual, and seasonal temperature and rainfall patterns in the study area based on the ITA technique. However, seasonal rainfall trends exhibit both significant and non-significant increasing-decreasing patterns in some cases, demonstrating the most stochastic nature of rainfall in the study area. It is also important to note that MK, SS, and ITA techniques detect similar results of climate change trends in temperature and rainfall. This justifies the viability of using the user-friendly graphical ITA technique in line with the statistical MK and SS techniques for the trend analysis. Thus, it is expected that the findings of the current study could be supportive in planning for the effective climate change adaptation and management policies to address future climate change-induced disasters across the southeastern coastal area of Bangladesh. Journal of Engineering Science 15(2), 2024, 51-67

Assessing the Level of Ecological Awareness of Local Communities in Relation to Myths of Ocean Space: A Case Study in Selayar Islands, Indonesia

2025-06-23

Ahmadin Ahmadin , Misbawati , Ilham Samudra Sanur +1 more | Research Square (Research Square)

<title>Abstract</title> In ecological studies, the relationship between humans as organisms and the geographical environment is inseparable and influences each other. The geographical environment through its shape and nature is able … <title>Abstract</title> In ecological studies, the relationship between humans as organisms and the geographical environment is inseparable and influences each other. The geographical environment through its shape and nature is able to shape and change the nature, character, and even human belief systems through a process. Conversely, humans are able to change the condition of geographical space for certain interests. This study examines the relationship between the myth of space and the emergence of human ecological awareness with the unit of analysis being coastal communities in the Selayar Islands. As a qualitative research with a sociology of space approach, this study uses data collection techniques: observation, interviews and documentation. The results show that the myth of the belief that every water space, both river and sea, has a guardian in the form of an invisible creature, creates ecological awareness. They do not damage the water space, do not pollute, and do not overexploit it. The issue of ecological awareness based on socio-cultural values is interestingly linked to a sustainable marine environment in relation to strategies to preserve coastal ecological spaces.

Online stakeholder engagement to bridge the science-policy interface for marine pollution research: adaptation & evaluation of the focused conversation method and ORID framework

2025-06-23

Kathrin Köpke , Sonya Agnew , Orla-Peach Power | Deleted Journal

Towards a Sustainable Blue Economy for Namibia and Its Coastal Communities: A Contemporary Socio-Legal Perspective

2025-06-23

Chiedza Lucia Amanda Machaka , Tapiwa V. Warikandwa | Potchefstroom Electronic Law Journal/Potchefstroomse Elektroniese Regsblad

Namibia's sustainable blue economy plan is influenced by the recognition that the typical single sector regulation approach to the aquatic ecosystem lacks synergies and coordination. The Blue Economy Agenda is … Namibia's sustainable blue economy plan is influenced by the recognition that the typical single sector regulation approach to the aquatic ecosystem lacks synergies and coordination. The Blue Economy Agenda is a policy instrument for unifying and regulating economic activity for the benefit of Namibian citizens. The policy that provides for integrated sustainable management of the aquatic ecosystem seeks social inclusion, equitable distribution of natural resources, and prosperity for the public benefit. Such resource utilisation must be done in a way that promotes environmental health and sustainability. Namibia has laws in place that seek to regulate the blue economy and to ensure that policy objectives are met. However, such laws, in particular the Marine Resources Act 27 of 2000, exclude the recognition of marginalised coastal communities and small-scale fisheries sector from their scope. This exclusion is likely to undermine the need to promote social inclusion, the equal sharing of benefits, and of access to marine resources. This article addresses the prospects and challenges of fully utilising Namibia's aquatic ecosystems to meet the country's developmental agenda. Written from a socio-legal perspective, the article will argue for an integrated and/or comprehensive strategy to achieving a sustainable blue economy that is inclusive and beneficial to all Namibians, including the marginalised coastal communities and the small-scale fisheries.

A stakeholder-informed framework for the sustainable management of coastal lagoons in West Africa

2025-06-23

K. Siân Davies-Vollum , Steven Puttick , A. Agyekhumene +7 more | Anthropocene Coasts

Abstract Coastal lagoons are highly susceptible to the impacts of climate change. In lagoons of the Global South development challenges and growing coastal populations compound climate stressors to create complex … Abstract Coastal lagoons are highly susceptible to the impacts of climate change. In lagoons of the Global South development challenges and growing coastal populations compound climate stressors to create complex inter-connected problems that cross social, economic and environmental boundaries. The successful governance of lagoons thus requires multidimensional approaches that combine disciplines and incorporate multiple knowledges. A stakeholder informed management framework was developed for West African lagoons using a transdisciplinary and participatory approach. A network of researchers from across the region, collectively known as the Resilient Lagoon Network, facilitated participatory platforms for stakeholders to share their experiences of the stressors facing lagoons and their management. Participants were from academia, government organisations, NGOs, traditional authorities and coastal lagoon communities. The information acquired enabled an understanding and relative importance of the challenges facing lagoons as well as what constituted good management practice and an appreciation for the breadth of lagoon stakeholders. From this information a framework was created comprising three strands that outlined the “what, how and who” of sustainable lagoon management. The “what” consists of a series of social, economic, environmental and governance indicators, linked to the sustainable development goals, that provide a checklist for lagoon sustainability. The “how” outlines tenets of good governance with an emphasis on equity, participation, cooperation and open communication. The “who” maps the range of possible lagoon stakeholders. The framework has been sense tested with lagoon practitioners and made available across the region. Although based on the experience of West African lagoon stakeholders, it could be used to inform the management of lagoons across the Global South.

Strategic foresight analysis for the management of land-sea interface in a climate change context: A comprehensive literature review

2025-06-23

Gea Grassi , Federica Zennaro , Gianluca Ferraro +3 more | Environmental Science & Policy

Rethinking Regional Attractiveness in the Italian region of Sardinia

2025-06-23

| OECD regional development papers

Rethinking Regional Attractiveness in the Greek region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace

2025-06-23

| OECD regional development papers

A decade of ecological awareness on marine coastal ecosystems: University extension engaging basic education students in Brazil

2025-06-21

Mireille Netto , P. Freire , Gabriel Martins +5 more | Marine Pollution Bulletin

Laying the Foundations for a Sustainable Blue Economy in Ecuador: Assessing the Conservation Priorities and Gaps in the Territorial Sea of Ecuador to Support Marine Spatial Planning and Maximize the Blue Economy

2025-06-20

| Washington, DC: World Bank eBooks

INSTRUMENTOS LEGAIS AMBIENTAIS PARA A ESTRUTURAÇÃO DA GESTÃO AMBIENTAL SUSTENTÁVEL E IMPLEMENTAÇÃO DA ECONOMIA CIRCULAR NA MARISCAGEM: UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA

2025-06-20

Juliana de Oliveira Lira , Jonathan Dias de Lima , Ramon Lima Machado de Santana +3 more | Revista Foco

A prática tradicional da coleta de moluscos desempenha papel essencial na subsistência de diversas comunidades costeiras ao redor do mundo. No entanto, as crescentes mudanças ambientais e a pressão sobre … A prática tradicional da coleta de moluscos desempenha papel essencial na subsistência de diversas comunidades costeiras ao redor do mundo. No entanto, as crescentes mudanças ambientais e a pressão sobre os ecossistemas marinhos têm exigido práticas mais sustentáveis e humanizadas. Com foco em produções entre 2014 e 2024, este estudo buscou identificar avanços e lacunas no debate científico sobre a integração entre práticas sustentáveis de mariscagem e políticas públicas de Economia Circular, visando reforçar o compromisso entre sustentabilidade e justiça social. Para isso, foi realizada uma análise bibliométrica da produção científica internacional sobre comunidades marisqueiras e os desafios relacionados à implementação de políticas públicas e da Economia Circular. A coleta de dados foi feita nas bases Scopus e Web of Science, com artigos publicados em português, inglês e espanhol, no período de dez anos. A pesquisa considerou o número de publicações anuais, a distribuição geográfica, instituições e países que lideram os estudos sobre o tema. Foram também analisadas as palavras-chave mais frequentes, redes de coautoria e autores com maior número de publicações. Os resultados indicam que as redes de colaboração são fundamentais para o avanço de soluções integradas na mariscagem. Esses dados oferecem subsídios para a criação de um marco regulatório que garanta a participação ativa das comunidades marisqueiras na gestão pública e ambiental. A ênfase crescente na Economia Circular aponta para soluções que não apenas conservam, mas também regeneram ecossistemas, assegurando a continuidade dessa prática tradicional com base na sustentabilidade e inclusão social.

Advancing Marine Sustainability Capacity in the Black Sea—Insights from Open Responsible Research and Innovation (ORRI)

2025-06-19

Elena Bișinicu , Luminiţa Lazăr , Mihaela Mirea Candea +1 more | Sustainability

Open Responsible Research and Innovation (ORRI) promotes ethical, inclusive, and transparent research aligned with sustainability goals and societal values. This systematic review examines the implementation of ORRI principles in marine … Open Responsible Research and Innovation (ORRI) promotes ethical, inclusive, and transparent research aligned with sustainability goals and societal values. This systematic review examines the implementation of ORRI principles in marine research across the Black Sea region—a geopolitically fragmented and under-resourced context—and explores their implications for the broader Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) discourse. Using PRISMA methodology and bibliometric mapping, we analyzed the peer-reviewed literature and project deliverables from 2014 to 2024, focusing on six ORRI pillars: public engagement, science education, open access, gender equality, ethics, and governance. The findings indicate consistent progress in public engagement and science education, particularly through citizen science and stakeholder training. However, ethics, gender equity, and governance remain weakly institutionalized, with most ORRI practices driven by short-term, externally funded projects. To contextualize these results, we introduce a comparative framework contrasting the Black Sea’s scaffolded model of ORRI with structurally embedded models in Northern and Western Europe. This framework highlights disparities in capacity, funding, and institutional maturity that shape regional implementation. Conceptually, the study contributes to RRI theory by proposing a flexible, context-sensitive model for under-resourced regions. It supports SDGs 4, 5, 14, 16, and 17 and emphasizes the need for durable, inclusive approaches to responsible research and sustainability education.

The importance of sustainability approach for marine resources policy-making in Chile

2025-06-19

P Rodrigo Sepúlveda | Marine Policy

Making waves in marine science and inclusion: a conversation with Jasmin Graham

2025-06-19

| Communications Biology

Why is Framing Partnership Crucial for Addressing Food and Water Security Challenges in the Pacific? A Perspective Beyond Knowledge Transfer on Water Operator Partnerships

2025-06-19

Helen Barbosa | Routledge eBooks

Remembering China’s coastal mudflats

2025-06-19

Fu Chen | PubMed

Between fragmentation and integration: the transformation of Danish coastal and maritime governance and planning

2025-06-19

Carsten Jahn Hansen , Rasmus Nedergård Steffansen , Matthew Howells | Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks

List of Conchifera (Mollusca) identified during a beach nourishment in Matinhos, Paraná, Brazil

2025-06-18

Mayara Carneiro Beltrão , Natalia Joana Rebello da Cunha , Tayse Demetro dos Santos +1 more | Brazilian Journal of Aquatic Science and Technology

Em 2022, foi realizado um engordamento de praia em Matinhos/PR, durante o qual foi encontrada a presença de 25 táxons de Conchifera, classificados em seis espécies de Gastropoda e 19 … Em 2022, foi realizado um engordamento de praia em Matinhos/PR, durante o qual foi encontrada a presença de 25 táxons de Conchifera, classificados em seis espécies de Gastropoda e 19 espécies de Bivalvia. A maioria dos organismos ainda possuía massa visceral em seu interior, o que indica que não se trata de material transportado a longa distância, refletindo sua relação com a região.

Estado de salud de los arrecifes coralinos del suroeste del Golfo de México y Caribe mexicano

2025-06-18

Denise Maria Moreira Chagas Corrêa , Carmen Amelia Villegas-Sánchez , Horacio Pérez‐España +1 more | Ciencias Marinas

Los arrecifes son ecosistemas con una alta biodiversidad que proveen una gran cantidad de servicios ambientales; sin embargo, enfrentan graves amenazas. Conocer su estado y tendencias es esencial para desarrollar … Los arrecifes son ecosistemas con una alta biodiversidad que proveen una gran cantidad de servicios ambientales; sin embargo, enfrentan graves amenazas. Conocer su estado y tendencias es esencial para desarrollar estrategias de manejo que contribuyan a su conservación y recuperación. Una forma de aportar a este objetivo es a través del monitoreo mediante indicadores de salud arrecifal. En este contexto, el presente estudio se centró en evaluar la salud de 4 sistemas arrecifales ubicados en 2 extensas regiones de México: el suroeste del Golfo de México (SGM) y el Caribe mexicano (CM), empleando el índice de salud arrecifal (ISA). Los muestreos se llevaron a cabo en octubre de 2022 en el SGM y en mayo de 2023 en el CM en 11 sitios arrecifales. Para la recolecta de datos se realizaron censos visuales de peces mediante 5 o 6 transectos de 50 × 2 m por sitio, seguidos por video-transectos de 50 × 0.50 m, para registrar los organismos bentónicos a lo largo de cada transecto. Se obtuvo una calificación promedio del ISA de 3.50 (considerada como bueno) para los arrecifes del SGM, mientras que, para los arrecifes del CM, la calificación promedio fue de 2.50 (considerada como mal). Esta diferencia estuvo influenciada principalmente por la menor cobertura coralina y el mayor porcentaje de macroalgas que se registraron en el CM, probablemente vinculada al cambio de fase propiciado por el rápido desarrollo costero que ha tenido lugar en las costas del CM. Para el caso del SGM, esta evaluación representa la primera para el Área de Protección de Flora y Fauna Sistema Arrecifal Lobos-Tuxpan utilizando un sistema de calificaciones con indicadores ecológicos como es el ISA.

Supply and Demand Analysis for Designing Sustainable National Earth Observation-Based Services for Coastal Area Monitoring

2025-06-18

Antonello Bruschi , Serena Geraldini , Manuela D’Amen +2 more | Sustainability

Here we take the example of Italy to demonstrate a country-level approach to the design of a sustainable system of Earth Observation (EO)-based products to match the demand/supply for monitoring … Here we take the example of Italy to demonstrate a country-level approach to the design of a sustainable system of Earth Observation (EO)-based products to match the demand/supply for monitoring coastal zones and to guide the development of new products based on national/local users’ needs complementary to Copernicus Core Services products and its future development. With support from the Coastal Thematic Consultation Board of the Italian Copernicus User Forum, we applied a standardized methodology involving elicitation, selection, analysis, validation, and requirement management. Our findings reveal a strong national need in EO-based products for coastal monitoring and services provision. The survey results offer insights into how existing products and services meet user needs on the national scale, for monitoring several parameters pertaining to four classes, biological, geomorphological, physical, and chemical, highlighting additional demands and integration opportunities with the evolving European Copernicus Coastal Hub. The innovation of this work lies in the design of a foundation for a holistic approach to complement European and national EO systems, both in terms of data to be acquired with synergistic satellite missions and in situ infrastructures and in terms of the development of sustainable products, models, and algorithms for downstream value-added services.

ICEs and Their Local and Global Impacts

2025-06-18

Carlo Villante , Sonia Dell’Aversano , Stefano Ranieri | CRC Press eBooks

Blue bonds: Sustainable financing for the Blue Economy around the Indian Ocean

2025-06-18

Ebbe Rogge | Jindal Global Law Review

Assessing the spatial pattern of capacity and demand for coastal protection ecosystem services in mainland China

2025-06-18

Shiwei Lin , Xiuzhen Li , Wenzhen Zhao +5 more | Ocean & Coastal Management

Uso de um sistema de vídeo para estudo ecológico do macro e megazooplâncton em águas costeiras

2025-06-18

Charrid Resgalla , Lucas Vinicius Delmônego | Brazilian Journal of Aquatic Science and Technology

Imagens subaquáticas obtidas com o uso de câmeras digitais tem se tornado uma das principais ferramentas para estudos, no próprio ambiente, do comportamento e da ecologia de organismos marinhos. Com … Imagens subaquáticas obtidas com o uso de câmeras digitais tem se tornado uma das principais ferramentas para estudos, no próprio ambiente, do comportamento e da ecologia de organismos marinhos. Com esse objetivo testou-se a obtenção de imagens por arrasto e por perfil vertical de uma câmera comercial montada em uma estrutura de aço denominada de Sino. Foram obtidas 54 vídeos de arrastos horizontais (estratificadas) de maior duração (10 minutos) e 27 vídeos de perfilagem vertical de curta duração (3 minutos) e avaliado a qualidade das imagens associadas a identificação dos organismos. Foi determinado a melhor forma de trabalho com o Sino, necessidade de acessórios e adaptações e protocolo de uso, assim como a relação entre a transparência da água (disco de Secchi) e a possibilidade de identificação e quantificação de formas planctônicas nas imagens. Os resultados apontam para o uso do Sino em baixa velocidade, ou seja, em perfilagem vertical e com iluminação apresentando os melhores resultados e maior eficiência na identificação das ocorrências de organismos. A relação entre a transparência da água e a obtenção de imagens de boa qualidade foram observadas, de forma mais segura, em condições de Secchi superior a 2,5 m. Em função das condições de transparência da água e da variabilidade de ocorrência dos organismos a probabilidade de registro de organismos foi de 37,5% do total de saídas a campo. Por fim, as análises dos vídeos indicaram um possível comportamento de migração vertical de Olindias sambaquiensis (Hydrozoa) e chamaram a atenção pela abundância de Pseudo-TEPs (Transparent Exopolymer Particles), que acredita-se são de grande importância na ecologia pelágica de águas costeiras.

Os impactos socioambientais e paisagísticos causados pelo fenômeno da gentrificação nas áreas costeiras da cidade de Laguna - SC

2025-06-18

William Jackson Knorr , Amilton Quintela Soares Júnior Júnior | Brazilian Journal of Aquatic Science and Technology

Este artigo analisa a gentrificação costeira no município de Laguna - SC, correlacionando seus impactos com a possível aprovação da PEC 3, de 2022. Laguna, localizada no litoral catarinense, exemplifica … Este artigo analisa a gentrificação costeira no município de Laguna - SC, correlacionando seus impactos com a possível aprovação da PEC 3, de 2022. Laguna, localizada no litoral catarinense, exemplifica transformações urbanas e turísticas. O artigo explora os impactos socioambientais e paisagísticos desse fenômeno, que atrai moradores com maior poder aquisitivo, deslocando a população local e alterando a dinâmica da região. A PEC 3/2022 é discutida como um marco relevante para a compreensão de como as políticas públicas podem mitigar ou agravar os efeitos da gentrificação em zonas costeiras. O artigo propõe estratégias para garantir que o progresso econômico não prejudique a identidade cultural, a biodiversidade e a inclusão social. Portanto, para alcançar um desenvolvimento efetivo dos objetivos específicos por meio de uma análise e argumentação consistentes, este estudo se baseia em uma abordagem de pesquisa descritiva. Para tanto, este artigo se baseia em um estudo comparativo do conteúdo das obras de diversos autores e fontes, por meio de uma revisão bibliográfica e documental que possibilite um aprofundamento substancial dos temas intrinsecamente vinculados em questão. A pesquisa de dados secundários foi essencial para o desenvolvimento deste artigo. A análise será conduzida com base em publicações pertinentes aos conceitos-chave. Os principais pontos de discussão incluem: gentrificação costeira em Laguna - SC, e a PEC 3, de 2022, cujos impactos e desdobramentos são os elementos centrais deste artigo. Além disso, outras obras e autores serão consultados na tentativa de promover uma análise mais detalhada das variáveis relacionadas à gentrificação e seus respectivos atores.

Report of the Eighth Working Party on Collaboration and Cooperation in Tuna Fisheries, Maputo, Mozambique, 19–21 September 2018 / Rapport du huitième Groupe de travail sur la collaboration et la coopération dans le domaine de la pêche thonière, Maputo, Mozambique, 19-21 septembre 2018

2025-06-17

| FAO eBooks

Analysis of the “Adaptation strategy for sectors and areas vulnerable to climate change to 2020 with an outlook to 2030 (SPA 2020)”

2025-06-17

Janusz Sobieraj | Archives of Civil Engineering

Poland performs very badly in all kinds of rankings related to environmental protection and usually ranks last compared to other EU countries. Several programmes and strategies are currently being implemented … Poland performs very badly in all kinds of rankings related to environmental protection and usually ranks last compared to other EU countries. Several programmes and strategies are currently being implemented to improve this situation. These include both national and local government documents. The author presents the most important of these and analyses both their provisions and the effectiveness of their implementation. One of the key aspects of adaptation to climate change is Poland’s energy transition from coal-based power generation to renewable energy sources. Unfortunately, over the past few years, legislators and regulators have significantly impeded this process, particularly with regard to photovoltaic energy and wind energy, as well as biogas plants. A significant problem is also the limitation of funding for this transformation, due to the blocking by the EU institutions of the disbursement of funds from the National Reconstruction Programme. Without the unblocking of these funds and the effective implementation of existing programmes and strategies, Poland will remain one of the most polluted EU countries with an archaic energy mix.

Innovations for Sustainable Coastal Cities

2025-06-17

Talya D. Thomas , Lluís Martínez-León | IGI Global eBooks

Coastal cities face unique challenges at the intersection of rapid urbanization and climate change, making sustainable water and waste management critical for their development. Innovative approaches to resource management that … Coastal cities face unique challenges at the intersection of rapid urbanization and climate change, making sustainable water and waste management critical for their development. Innovative approaches to resource management that harmonize environmental stability, economic resilience, and social well-being by leveraging cutting-edge technologies, adaptive urban planning, and participatory governance models are essential for mitigating these issues. The adoption of holistic strategies, including zero-waste policies, enhanced recycling programs, and extended producer responsibility (EPR) frameworks, as key drivers of environmental impact reduction and resource recovery. The transformative role of community engagement in fostering behavioural change and policy instruments such as pay-as-you-throw initiatives and public-private partnerships are identified as crucial enablers of scalable, sustainable solutions.

Charting a course for incorporating restoration in marine planning

2025-06-17

Tundi Agardy , Boze Hancock , Anne Birch +1 more | Deleted Journal

Ecological resources of a heavily modified and utilised temperate coastal embayment: Cockburn Sound

2025-06-16

Peter Mitchell , Daniel Yeoh , Kurt N. Krispyn +7 more | Frontiers in Marine Science

Coastal environments and their associated biota provide numerous environmental, economic and societal services. Cockburn Sound, a temperate embayment on the lower west coast of Western Australia, is immensely important for … Coastal environments and their associated biota provide numerous environmental, economic and societal services. Cockburn Sound, a temperate embayment on the lower west coast of Western Australia, is immensely important for the State and adjacent capital city of Perth. However, urbanisation and associated terrestrial and marine development has the potential to threaten this important ecosystem. This study collated published and unpublished data to review the current state of the ecological resources of Cockburn Sound and describe how they have changed over the past century. Post-WWII, the embayment began undergoing pronounced anthropogenic changes that limited oceanic water exchange, increased nutrient load, modified benthic habitats and increased fishing pressure. The most visual outcome of these changes was substantial eutrophication and the loss of 77% of seagrass habitats. However, the increased primary productivity from elevated nutrient inputs produced high commercial fishery yields of up to ~1,700 t in the early 1990s before improved wastewater regulation and restricted fishing access steadily reduced commercial catches to ~300 t in recent years. Despite substantial anthropogenic-induced changes, Cockburn Sound has remained a diverse and ecologically important area. For example, the embayment is a key spawning area for large aggregations of Snapper, is a breeding and feeding site for seventeen marine bird species (including Little Penguins) and, is frequented by numerous protected species such as pinnipeds, dolphins, and White and Grey Nurse sharks. In recent decades, numerous projects have been initiated to restore parts of Cockburn Sound with mixed success, including seagrass transplantation, deployment of artificial reefs and stocking of key fish species, mainly Snapper. Nevertheless, while still biodiverse, there are signs of considerable ecological stress from escalating anthropogenic pressures and the cumulative impacts of ongoing and future developments, including climate change, which may severely impact the functioning of this important ecosystem.

Water Flows Downhill: How Looking “Upstream” Can Help Maintain A Healthy Sea

2025-06-16

Rebecca V. Gladstone‐Gallagher , Jason M. Tylianakis , Johanna Yletyinen +7 more | Frontiers for Young Minds

Our planet is in trouble. We are losing plants, animals, and habitats, and the processes that link them are changing. Nature is becoming sick. People have been trying to fix … Our planet is in trouble. We are losing plants, animals, and habitats, and the processes that link them are changing. Nature is becoming sick. People have been trying to fix this problem, but the situation keeps getting worse. One problem is people ignore a simple law of nature—ecosystems are connected. For example, when forests are cut down, soil is exposed to rainfall and washed into the sea, where it covers and kills shellfish. We made a computer model to explore what happens when the people making the rules on land are slow to respond to problems in the sea. We found that paying attention to the natural land-to-sea connections can help save all ecosystems from sickness. Our computer model demonstrates to governments that a major solution to environmental crises is to realize the connections between ecosystems, and talk and work with each other. Our job is to make them listen!

Impact of Climate Variability and Change on South American Marine Ecosystems

2025-06-16

Belén Rodríguez‐Fonseca , Elena Calvo-Miguélez , Irene Polo Sánchez | Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Climate Science

South America’s large marine ecosystems (LMEs) span extensive oceanic regions, encompassing coastal areas such as river basins (e.g., the Amazon) and estuaries (e.g., La Plata), as well as the outer … South America’s large marine ecosystems (LMEs) span extensive oceanic regions, encompassing coastal areas such as river basins (e.g., the Amazon) and estuaries (e.g., La Plata), as well as the outer boundaries of continental shelves, including the Patagonian east coast. These LMEs also include major coastal current systems like the Humboldt Current (HC). The five key LMEs in the region—the Humboldt, Patagonia, and the North, East, and South Brazil Shelf LMEs—exhibit substantial variability across multiple timescales due to diverse environmental factors. In marine ecosystems, the availability of light, carbon dioxide (CO₂), and nutrients is essential for sustaining primary production, while oxygen is crucial for supporting higher trophic levels. A key driver of marine productivity is upwelling, a process where favorable winds bring nutrient-rich deep waters to the surface. Currents and frontal zone, together with mixing and eddies, are important sources for nutrients. Additionally, terrestrial riverine runoff from basins, such as the Amazon, serves as a vital nutrient source, further enhancing marine productivity. These ecosystems are highly sensitive to changes in sea-level pressure, temperature, wind patterns, rainfall, and ocean currents, which are influenced by larger climatic variability patterns operating at various temporal scales. Notable among these are the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and the Southern Annular Mode (SAM), at interannual timescales and the Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO) at decadal timescales. Furthermore, the pervasive effects of global warming pose significant threats to marine ecosystems, disrupting the complex interdependencies within them. At interannual timescales, ENSO represents the primary mode of climate variability. During its positive phase (El Niño), ENSO induces significant warming of the tropical Pacific surface waters, weakening seasonal winds off the coasts of Peru and Chile. This disruption reduces coastal upwelling, leading to a decline in nutrient availability in the euphotic zone and, consequently, a decrease in primary production in the region. Additionally, variations in sea surface temperature (SSTs) in the tropical Pacific alter atmospheric circulation patterns, including Walker cells, reducing precipitation over the Amazon basin. This diminished rainfall leads to lower nutrient discharge at river mouths, further limiting nutrient inputs critical for primary production. ENSO is linked to the South Atlantic Subtropical Dipole, which influences density gradients across the Malvinas Front, thereby affecting productivity over the Brazilian and Argentine shelves. Additionally, the positive phase of ENSO, along with the positive mode of the Tropical North Atlantic (TNA), has been associated with marine heat waves, leading to disturbances in marine ecosystems, particularly in northern Brazil. The Atlantic Niño mode, which peaks during the summer, similarly impacts regional ecosystems. In its positive phase, it elevates equatorial Atlantic SSTs, diminishing productivity there. The SAM is another interannual mode playing a significant role by altering the behavior of subtropical anticyclones, which in turn modulates upwelling processes critical for marine ecosystem dynamics. Regarding decadal variability, decadal biological regime shifts in the HC system reflect fluctuations in sardine (<italic>Sardinops sagax</italic>) and anchovy (<italic>Engraulis ringens</italic>), key species in this “wasp-waist” ecosystem. Anchovy dominance aligns with cooler periods (1950–1970, 1985–present), while warmer intervals (1970–1985) favor sardines. These shifts restructure energy transfer from plankton to predators. Similar patterns in systems like the California and Benguela Currents suggest large-scale drivers, including the PDO and North Pacific Gyre Oscillation; the latter may explain ecosystem-wide synchrony. The effects of these climate variability modes on LMEs have significant socioeconomic implications, particularly for fisheries-dependent communities in the region. Fluctuations in marine productivity driven by climatic patterns directly impact fish stocks, jeopardizing livelihoods and regional economies. It is crucial to recognize the complex interactions between climatic variability and marine ecosystems, as they highlight the interconnectedness of environmental and human systems and the far-reaching consequences of these changes.

Influencing factors and spillover effects of marine ecological efficiency in Chinese coastal regions

2025-06-16

Xinhua He , N-Y Su , Wenfa Hu | Energy & Environment

This paper investigates the complicated factors influencing marine ecological efficiency (MEE) within the context of spatial sustainable development and local government administration. Drawing from panel data encompassing 54 Chinese coastal … This paper investigates the complicated factors influencing marine ecological efficiency (MEE) within the context of spatial sustainable development and local government administration. Drawing from panel data encompassing 54 Chinese coastal regions between 2011 and 2023, we design a Super-Slacks-based model to evaluate the regional MEE, two entropy weight methods to evaluate the regional digital economy (RDE) and the land–sea coordination (LSC), respectively. This paper presents a spatial Durbin model to explore the spatial features of MEE and the spatial relationships between various factors and MEE. The visual scatter graph of RDE and MEE shows they are linearly dependent but they cluster in two groups, which is explained by the reinforcement effect of the LSC strategy. The empirical findings reveal that MEE is positively autocorrelated in the coastal regions and MEE hot spots have mainly clustered in the Shandong Peninsula, the Yangtze River Delta, and the Pearl River Delta while the MEE cold spots have gradually dropped. Both RDE and LSC have a positive spillover impact on neighbors’ MEE, but the structure of industries, the foreign trade dependence, and the gross industrial production have a negative spillover impact on neighbors’ MEE. However, their indirect spillover effects are much less than their direct effects. Moreover, the influence mechanism test reveals that RDE has a positive effect on improving MEE with the technological innovation level as a partial mediator and LSC as a positive moderator. LSC strengthens the RDE's influence on MEE in those regions with higher LSC.

<span><strong>Chiết xuất fibroin và ứng dụng bào chế hệ vi hạt có khả năng tương thích sinh học từ kén tằm thu hoạch tại Đà Lạt, Việt Nam</strong></span>

2025-06-16

Duy Toàn Phạm , Quang Phúc Lưu , Ngọc Yến Nguyễn +1 more | Dong Thap University Journal of Science

Lần đầu tiên tại Việt Nam, nghiên cứu chiết xuất và bào chế thành công hệ vi hạt fibroin từ tơ tằm có nguồn gốc Đà Lạt. Fibroin được chiết … Lần đầu tiên tại Việt Nam, nghiên cứu chiết xuất và bào chế thành công hệ vi hạt fibroin từ tơ tằm có nguồn gốc Đà Lạt. Fibroin được chiết từ kén tằm thông qua quá trình khử loại sericin và chiết nóng với hỗn hợp muối calcium. Hệ vi hạt fibroin được điều chế bằng phương pháp đổi dung môi với ethanol. Sản phẩm được đánh giá tính chất, kích thước hạt bằng phương pháp tán xạ ánh sáng động, tương tác giữa các nhóm chức bằng phổ FT-IR, khả năng gây kích ứng bằng phương pháp HET-CAM và độ bền bằng phương pháp thay đổi khối lượng. Kết quả cho thấy fibroin đã được chiết thành công từ kén tơ tằm Đà Lạt với hiệu suất 25,06% và hệ vi hạt fibroin được bào chế thành công với kích thước microns cùng các tín hiệu FT-IR đặc trưng của fibroin. Tất cả các vật liệu đều không gây ra các hiện tượng kích ứng, an toàn đối với da và niêm mạc. Độ bền hệ vi hạt fibroin trong môi trường đường tiêu hoá đạt trên 99%. Tóm lại, các kết quả này là cơ sở cho các nghiên cứu tiếp theo về vật liệu tự nhiên cũng như hệ thống vi hạt từ fibroin.

Effects of projected wave climate changes on the sizing and performance of OWCs: a focus on the Atlantic North African and European coastal waters

2025-06-16

Irene Simonetti , Lorenzo Cappietti | International Marine Energy Journal

Accurate estimates of the annual energy production achievable by a given wave energy converter are essential for a robust assessment of the associated levelized cost of energy, a key factor … Accurate estimates of the annual energy production achievable by a given wave energy converter are essential for a robust assessment of the associated levelized cost of energy, a key factor in investment decision-making. Inaccurate productivity estimates can arise - among other factors - from uncertainties in evaluating the available wave energy resource. The Climate Data Store of the Copernicus Climate Change Service delivers projections of the wave climate along the 20 m bathymetric contours of the whole European coastlines, covering the period 2040-2100, under two Representative Concentration Pathway scenarios(RCP4.5 and RCP8.5). This work addresses the effect of such long-term wave climate changes on the optimal sizing and performances of an Oscillating Water Column wave energy converter intended for installation along the North African and European Atlantic coastline. The capture width ratio of the device under different wave conditions is computed using an empirical model capable of predicting the device performance with acceptable accuracy and limited computational time. The results show that the optimal geometry of the OWC varies significantly in the different geographical locations and that the long-term changes in the wave energy resource could cause a slight modification of the optimal geometry in each potential installation site.

Coastal fishermen’s attitudes toward exit policies and factors influencing their willingness to participate in Zhejiang, China

2025-06-16

Yichong Dong , Jingmei Li , Liu We | Ocean & Coastal Management

Real-Time Monitoring of Environmental Parameters in Abu Dhabi’s Coastal Waters Using Buoy Data: Insights and Implications for Sustainable Management

2025-06-14

Ponpandi Perumal , Hamad Abdulla Al Hammadi , Abdulsalam Husain Al Hashmi +6 more | European Journal of Environment and Earth Sciences

The present study was carried out to study the hydrological parameters of Abu Dhabi coastal waters during January 2022 to December 2023 by using integrated real time buoy data which … The present study was carried out to study the hydrological parameters of Abu Dhabi coastal waters during January 2022 to December 2023 by using integrated real time buoy data which is an effective tool for early warning systems for conservation needs. The variations in temperature, salinity and pH were prominent in relation to stations and seasons. Pronounced changes were also observed in other parameters such as chlorophyll-a, DO and density of blue-green algae. Temperature and conductivity were found maximum at open sea coastal stations, Salinity and DO values were recorded maximum open sea coastal stations during winter month. Maximum value of pH, blue-green algal density and chlorophyll-a concentration was recorded during winter months. The spatial and seasonal variation of algal density was observed during August, June and February, which showed a strong positive correlation with the station S5 and S3, September, October, November and December had strong positive correlation with the station (S2, S8, S7, S1 and S9) and January and March had strong positive correlation with the station (S4 and S10). The findings of cluster, MDS and PCA analysis showed that variations in hydrological parameters significantly alter the Blue Green algal density. The findings of this study offer enhanced insight into how physico-chemical factors interact and vary over space and time, which is crucial for evaluating the effects of abiotic parameters. To help identify the seasonal variations, trends, and long-term changes in water quality, a long-term real time monitoring through buoy-satellite data needs to be carried out over a number of years.