The distribution of global tidal marshes from Earth observation data
Abstract Aim Tidal marsh ecosystems are heavily impacted by human activities, highlighting a pressing need to address gaps in our knowledge of their distribution. To better understand the global distribution and changes in tidal marsh extent, and identify opportunities for their conservation and restoration, it is critical to develop a spatial ...
Thomas A. Worthington +6 more
wiley +1 more source
Baseline analysis of the existing capacities and needs for capacity building for Marine Strategy Framework Directive implementation in the Celtic Seas sub-region. [PDF]
This report evaluates the existing situation in the Celtic Seas sub-region and determines the current state of preparedness for transboundary management of marine ecosystems and MSFD implementation.
O'Mahony, Cathal, Twomey, Sarah
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Kelp forest diversity under projected end‐of‐century climate change
Abstract Aim Future climate change threatens marine forests across the world, potentially disrupting ecosystem function and services. Nonetheless, the direction and intensity of climate‐induced changes in kelp forest biodiversity remain unknown, precluding well‐informed conservation and management practices. Location Global.
Jorge Assis +4 more
wiley +1 more source
The probability of a successful marine bioinvasion is affected by the likelihood that a potentially invasive marine species entrained in a transport vector (e.g., cargo ships) will survive the voyage between origin and destination locations, and establish an independently reproducing population at the destination.
Mimi W. Tzeng +5 more
wiley +1 more source
Lessons for fisheries management from the EU cod recovery plan [PDF]
The performance of the EU long-term management plan for cod stocks, in force since 2009, is analysed focusing on the human and institutional factors. The plan operates through landings quotas (TACs) and effort restrictions following a Harvest Control ...
Alexander Kempf +52 more
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Towards a new fisheries effort management system for the Faroe Islands?:Controversies around the meaning of fishing sustainability [PDF]
The Faroe Islands are currently struggling to find their feet in a new context of globalisation and changing international requirements on fishery management best practices, as exemplified by United Nations protocols and agreements.
CE Hopkins, Christopher +1 more
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37th plenary meeting report of the scientific, technical and economic committee for fisheries (PLEN-11-02) [PDF]
The Scientific, Technical and Economic Committee for Fisheries hold its 37th plenary on 11-15 July 2011 in Copenhagen (Denmark). The terms of reference included both issues assessments of STECF Expert Working Group reports and additional requests ...
Abella, J.A. +34 more
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Resolving climate impacts on fish stocks [PDF]
Evidence is accumulating that the increase in CO2 is affecting the global climate, with far‐reaching implications for biological processes and ecosystem services.
Engelhard, G.H. +4 more
core +1 more source
Scientific Support to the European Commission on the Marine Strategy Framework Directive - Management Group Report [PDF]
The Marine Strategy Framework Directive (2008/56/EC) (MSFD) requires that the European Commis-sion (by 15 July 2010) should lay down criteria and methodological standards to allow consistency in approach in evaluating the extent to which Good ...
CARDOSO Ana +16 more
core +1 more source
Spatial and temporal analysis of cumulative environmental effects of offshore wind farms in the North Sea basin. [PDF]
Gușatu LF +5 more
europepmc +1 more source

