IOC WESTPAC-FEC Workshop
Role of human-activities on the marine environment through the exchange materials between land and the ocean
WESTPAC and Future Earth Coasts (FEC) Joint Public Forum
Global climate change significantly impacts coastal marine environments. During the economic development phase, nutrient loads from land to the ocean tend to increase, leading to eutrophic conditions. This can result in phenomena like red tides and other biological issues. Conversely, in mature, developed societies, stringent control of nutrient discharge can lead to oligotrophic conditions, reducing biological productivity. These contrasting situations are heavily influenced by the stage of societal development, underscoring the need for balanced, adaptive strategies.
Forum Focus
At a global level, addressing nutrient pollution is essential for safeguarding marine environments, which are interconnected and critical to sustaining biodiversity, fisheries, and coastal communities. Collaborative efforts across regions are key to developing scalable solutions that mitigate the widespread impacts of nutrient overloads, protect oceanic resources, and contribute to global climate resilience and sustainability goals.
This forum, a collaboration between IOC-WESTPAC and FEC, will explore appropriate coastal zone management measures through the exchange of information on the current status and nutrient management measures in each country. The focus will be on managing nutrient loads from land, which significantly impact coastal environments. By sharing recent advancements and strategies, the goal is to promote sustainable and healthy oceans amidst the challenges posed by global climate change.
The partnership between FEC and IOC-WESTPAC is crucial. FEC brings deep expertise in coastal sustainability, while IOC-WESTPAC’s regional focus and scientific leadership offer a strong platform for applying this knowledge within the framework of the “Healthy, Productive, and Sustainable Asian Marginal Seas” project. Together, this collaboration ensures that research outputs are not only scientifically robust but also attuned to the socio-economic realities of the region, greatly enhancing the project’s ability to generate actionable insights for sustainable management practices.
Key Points
- Impact of Climate Change
- Oligotrophication in Developed Economies
- Eutrophication in Developing Economies
- Bridging over the Troubled Waters: Transnational Cooperation in East Asian Oceanography
- Importance of Nutrient Management
- Sustainable Future Based on the Linkage of the Earth-human System
Agenda
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