The Dynamics of Integrated Coastal Management : Practical Applications in the Sustainable Coastal Development in East Asia

PUBLICATION DATE:

Friday, December 01, 2006

PUBLICATION TYPE:

Books

STATUS:

Available

DESCRIPTION:

Authored by Dr. Chua Thia-Eng, this 16-chapter book shares the author's 20 years of practical experience in addressing issues related to the integrated management of the coasts and oceans. This book makes clear the rationale underlying the use of the integrated management approach, and the practices used to apply sustainable development principles and international environmental instruments when undertaking ICM programs. It also provides a basic framework within which various problem-solving management-oriented activities can be developed, and outlines the processes that can be used to guide their planning and implementation.