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Stakeholder Participation in Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning

Stakeholder Participation in Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning Summary: Beginning in July 2009, the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions, in collaboration with Duke’s Center for Marine Conservation and the Meridian Institute, convened a series of meetings to discuss coastal and marine spatial planning (CMSP) with a variety of ocean stakeholders. Authors: Gopnik, M., Fieseler, C., and

Economic Analysis for Ecosystem-Based Management: Applications to Marine and Coastal Environments

Economic Analysis for Ecosystem-Based Management: Applications to Marine and Coastal Environments Summary: Ocean and coastal management regimes are increasingly subject to competing demands from stakeholders. Regulations must not only address fishing, recreation, and shipping, but also sand and gravel mining, gas pipelines, harbor/port development, offshore wind and tidal energy facilities, liquefied… Authors: Holland D.S., Sanchirico, J.N., Johnston,

Ecosystem-Based Management for the Oceans

Ecosystem-Based Management for the Oceans Summary: This paper offers a framework for disaggregating the goal of sustainable development into a sequence of tangible levels of achievement. The focus is on outcomes rather than management processes. Sets of markers or indicators are offered that can be used to assess progress in integrated management…. Authors: McLeod, K. and H.

Scientific Consensus Statement on Marine Ecosystem-Based Management

Scientific Consensus Statement on Marine Ecosystem-Based Management Summary: The current state of the oceans requires immediate action and attention. Solutions based on an integrated ecosystem approach hold the greatest promise for delivering desired results. From a scientific perspective, we now know enough to improve dramatically the conservation and management of marine systems through the implementation of

Ocean and Coastal Ecosystem-Based Management: Implementation Handbook

Ocean and Coastal Ecosystem-Based Management: Implementation Handbook Summary: The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) produced this Handbook to identify successful approaches to implementing marine ecosystem-based management (EBM), describe their limitations, and highlight opportunities to apply them in the future. There is no single perfect example of EBM implementation.… Authors: Mengerink, K., Schempp, A., and J. Austin Date: 2009 Geography: USA-National

Introduction to Stakeholder Participation

Introduction to Stakeholder Participation Summary: This document briefly examines several important aspects of stakeholder participation. While little consensus exists on stakeholder participation methods and procedures, and there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach, this guide presents a set of procedural elements common to many effective… methods. Authors: NOAA Coastal Services Center Date: 2007 Geography: USA-National Source or Agency: Not Applicable Organization: NOAA Coastal

Introduction to Conducting Focus Groups

Introduction to Conducting Focus Groups Summary: To be an effective steward of a region’s coastal resources, it is important to know as much as possible about the thoughts and perceptions of the region’s citizens. A focus group is a good tool to use, because a focus group requires a relatively small portion of time from a

Stakeholder Engagement Strategies for Participatory Mapping

Stakeholder Engagement Strategies for Participatory Mapping Summary: Participatory mapping is a general term used to define a growing toolbox of techniques that can help communities make land use decisions. This publication provides some simple strategies for facilitators leading a participatory mapping process. While there are many aspects of participatory mapping, thispublication focuses primarily on stakeholder involvement.

Environmental Sensitivity Index Mapping

Environmental Sensitivity Index Mapping Summary: The most widely used approach to sensitive environment mapping in the United States is NOAA’s Environmental Sensitivity Index (ESI). This approach systematically compiles information in standard formats for coastal shoreline sensitivity, biological resources, and human use resources. Authors: NOAA National Ocean Service Date: 2008 Geography: USA-National Source or Agency: Not Applicable Organization: NOAA National Ocean Service

Smart Growth for Coastal and Waterfront Communities

Smart Growth for Coastal and Waterfront Communities Summary: This guide begins with an overview of some of the challenges and opportunities that communities along the water face. Ten sections follow, one for each of the smart growth coastal and waterfront elements. Authors: NOAA National Ocean Service Date: 2009 Geography: USA-National Source or Agency: Not Applicable Organization: NOAA National Ocean Service Document