Interactive governance of fisheries and aquaculture: Transdisciplinary challenges and stakeholder involvement in coastal zone management
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This paper examines the interactions between fisheries and aquaculture in Northern Norway, with a particular focus on environmental impacts and governance frameworks. The increasing overlap between aquaculture facilities and critical fisheries, such as cod spawning grounds, has raised concerns regarding habitat degradation and ecosystem sustainability. This study evaluates stakeholder perspectives through a 2020 survey, exploring the challenges of governance, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with environmental regulations. We analyse how national, regional, and local governance structures interact and how these multi-layered frameworks are crucial for mitigating conflicts between aquaculture and fisheries. The findings underscore the need for enhanced monitoring systems, more transparent decision-making processes, and an integrated governance approach that incorporates both scientific knowledge and local insights to ensure the sustainable development of coastal zones.
Author: MSOMPHORA, Mbachi Ruth
Institution: UiT The Arctic University of Norway
Language: English
Subfield: Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949132113