Ecosystem-based management, spatial orientation, a multilevel policy framework and integration have all been identified as essential components of effective marine spatial planning (MSP). Integration has been noted by researchers and through international forums as being essential to achieve effective oceans governance. However, integrated policy approaches are the most difficult policies to design, develop and implement. They require a holistic rather than sectoral focus; horizontal and vertical jurisdictional support and coordination; and the involvement of a diverse group of stakeholders including industry, NGOs, and local communities. Integrated policies are prone to failure but if “integrative capacity” exists, integration in MSP can contribute to its success. This paper examines the role of integration within MSP and suggests a framework for determining effective integration and “integrative capacity”. It refers to different marine spatial planning examples which demonstrate that integrative capacity can contribute to the success, failure and longevity of MSP and ecosystem-based management.
History
Publication title
Maritime Studies
Volume
19
Pagination
317-332
ISSN
1872-7859
Department/School
School of Social Sciences
Publisher
Springer
Place of publication
Berlin Heidelberg
Rights statement
Copyright 2020 Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature
Repository Status
Restricted
Socio-economic Objectives
Assessment and management of coastal and estuarine ecosystems