Rethinking the oceans
Subtitle: towards the blue economy
By: James Alix Michel
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 227
ISBN-13: 9781557789259; 9781557789266
Subjects: Marine resources
Description: "The oceans are the world's last frontier and are a resource that can play a significant role in providing for the world's large population while addressing climate change. This book describes environmentally sustainable ocean harvests, harnessing ocean energy, transportation, recreation, and a set of policy recommendations for the 'blue economy'"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: We are all islanders now; title: Turn of the tide; title: Smart harvests; title: The world's great highway; title: Allure of the sea; title: Hidden treasure; title: Harnessing nature's energy; title: Pristine waters; title: Not forgetting biodiversity; title: Metamorphosis.