Examines various aspects of environmental planning, including an extensive conceptual overview of oceans and coasts. The book includes definitions of marine and coastal ecosystems, and provides the reader with insights into historical development so as to understand why they necessitate environmental planning.

Environmental Planning for Oceans and Coasts examines various aspects of environmental planning including an extensive conceptual overview of oceans and coasts. It includes definitions of marine and coastal ecosystems and contribution of oceans and coasts. Provides the reader with insights into the development of its history, so as to understand the oceans and coastal regions and why these necessitate environmental planning. Further, it gives deep insight into development of future as well.