Oceans and coasts

Marine ecosystems, coastal development, runoff, and ocean pollution.

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Principles

Coastal and ocean decisions must account for upstream pollution and effects beyond local boundaries.
Match development and harvesting to the capacity of the ecosystems and infrastructure involved.

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Why can coastal management require looking upstream?

Administrative borders stop water pollution.

Pollution and other effects can cross local boundaries.

Only activities directly on the beach affect coastal waters.

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