Routledge - Protecting the Marine Environment from Pollution

Global findings indicate that 80 percent of marine pollution comes from land-based sources and is trans-boundary in nature. Despite various legal and policy initiatives, these environmental problems continue to persist. This volume from Routledge provides a deep look into the applications and shortcomings of current international regimes used to address these issues. Readers will learn about the specific sources and effects of land-based marine pollution and the difficulties involved in controlling them. The text analyzes management principles, policy, and regulation at both regional and international levels. This book is an essential resource for understanding the complex relationship between land-based activities and the health of our oceans.