Coastal Zone Management Handbook

<p>Coastal Zone Management Handbook comprises the first complete manual on coastal resource planning and management technology. Written by an international consultant this handbook reflects a global perspective on the natural resources sensitivities economics development productivity and diversity of coastal zones. The emphasis is on tropical and subtropical coastal ecosystems but the information is widely applicable. In addition to its comprehensive coverage of general concepts related to coastal regions the book describes the strategic basis for coastal management provides a set of working tools for management and planning activities and presents case histories of management projects around the globe. Extensive references are provided for each management analysis practice technique and solution. <br>Coastal Zone Management Handbook is made up of four sections:</p>