ICM Cycle

Developing the policy direction and management option of an integrated coastal management (ICM) program is achieved through a set of processes known as the ICM Cycle. This cycle is broken down in six stages, each with a subset of essential steps that need to be completed before moving up to the next stage.

Before the cycle begins, a thorough evaluation of candidate sites is done. This evaluation, following a selection criteria, is important in determining the sites’ sustainability for ICM implementation. When the sites have been identified, the cycle can then begin.