Coastal Wetlands Restoration: Public Perception and Community Development

Coastal wetlands are essential for the oceanic environment, and this book examines innovative approaches to restoration and how to influence learning, practice, policy, and social change. It compares and contrasts results from three countries to guide future conservation and restoration activities, focusing on working with local citizens to obtain long-term investment.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 09 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Coastal wetlands are vital ecosystems that play a crucial role in maintaining the health of the oceanic environment. As the demand for restoration projects increases worldwide, it is essential to assess their effectiveness and impact on local communities. This book provides a comprehensive examination of coastal wetland restorations by exploring existing community perceptions and drawing on the knowledge and expertise of academics and practitioners. Conducted over a four-year period in three different cultural settings – England, Japan, and Malaysia – the study investigates how citizens perceive the existing environment, discuss the risks and benefits of restoration projects, and how their perceptions change over time. By comparing and contrasting the results from these countries, the book offers valuable guidance for future conservation and restoration activities, with a particular focus on working with local citizens to avoid conflict and secure long-term investment.

This book is of significant interest to students and scholars in coastal restoration, wetland conservation, citizen science, environmental sociology, and environmental management. It will also be valuable to practitioners and policymakers involved in environmental restoration projects.

The importance of coastal wetlands cannot be overstated. These unique ecosystems support a diverse range of plant and animal species, contribute to water quality management, and provide important habitat for migratory birds. However, coastal wetlands are also vulnerable to a variety of threats, including erosion, pollution, and climate change. As a result, restoration efforts are increasingly being undertaken to protect and restore these valuable ecosystems.

One of the key challenges in coastal wetland restoration is understanding the perceptions of local communities. These communities are often deeply connected to the land and water, and their perspectives can have a significant impact on the success of restoration projects. This book provides valuable insights into how citizens perceive the existing environment, discuss the risks and benefits of restoration projects, and how their perceptions change over time. By comparing and contrasting the results from three different cultural settings, the book offers guidance for future conservation and restoration activities, with a particular focus on working with local citizens to avoid conflict and secure long-term investment.

Another important aspect of coastal wetland restoration is the role of governmental and non-governmental organizations. These organizations play a critical role in implementing restoration projects and providing funding and resources. However, they must also work closely with local communities to ensure that restoration efforts are aligned with their needs and values. This book highlights the importance of collaboration between these organizations and local communities to achieve successful restoration outcomes.

Coastal wetland restoration is a complex and multifaceted field that requires a multidisciplinary approach. This book brings together the expertise of academics and practitioners to provide a comprehensive assessment of coastal wetland restorations. It will be of great interest to students and scholars of coastal restoration, wetland conservation, citizen science, environmental sociology, and environmental management. It will also be valuable to practitioners and policymakers involved in environmental restoration projects.

In conclusion, this book provides a valuable contribution to the field of coastal wetland restoration. By exploring existing community perceptions and drawing on the knowledge and expertise of academics and practitioners, it offers guidance for future conservation and restoration activities, with a particular focus on working with local citizens to avoid conflict and secure long-term investment. Coastal wetlands are vital ecosystems that play a crucial role in maintaining the health of the oceanic environment, and this book will help to ensure that these valuable ecosystems are protected and restored for generations to come.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367764654