Environmental Consequences and Management of Coastal Industries 1st Edition

Environmental Consequences and Management of Coastal Industries (1st Edition) by Michael Elliott and Andrew Wither is an essential resource for professionals, students, and policymakers working in coastal zones. This authoritative text brings into focus the environmental pressures generated by ports, aquaculture, fisheries, oil and gas, tourism and coastal energy, and outlines practical strategies for mitigation and sustainable management.

Clear, evidence-based chapters examine how industrial activities affect estuaries, shorelines and marine ecosystems, from pollution and habitat loss to the long-term risks of climate change and sea-level rise. Packed with real-world case studies and up-to-date regulatory insight, the book translates complex science into actionable guidance for environmental impact assessment, monitoring, and adaptive management.

Readers gain a balanced view of technical solutions and policy tools—risk assessment, best-practice mitigation, spatial planning and stakeholder engagement—making this title invaluable for environmental managers, coastal planners, consultants and academics. Its regional applicability spans the UK and Europe to North America and Asia, offering lessons relevant to coastal governance worldwide.

Concise yet comprehensive, this 1st Edition equips you with the knowledge to evaluate industry impacts, design resilient interventions and support sustainable development along vulnerable coastlines. For anyone charged with protecting marine environments while maintaining coastal economies, this book is a practical and compelling guide. Order your copy today to strengthen your coastal management toolkit.

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