Marine Pollution - Monitoring, Management and Mitigation

The open-access textbook Marine Pollution: Monitoring, Management, and Mitigation approaches marine pollution in a practical and highly readable format, providing newcomers to the field with background and perspective and preparing graduates for a career in marine pollution studies. It covers the fundamental physicochemical conditions of seawater, the requisite resources for field and laboratory studies, and the various types of marine pollutants. It also discusses the challenges of understanding multiple stressors and presents mitigation and restoration practices, along with a global overview of marine pollution legislation.

Format: Hardback
Length: 369 pages
Publication date: 06 February 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The study of marine environments is an intricate and multifaceted endeavor that necessitates a comprehensive examination of the issue of marine pollution. This problem encompasses a range of concerns, centered around the vital necessity to safeguard the long-term health and vitality of these remarkable ecosystems, as well as the well-being and livelihoods they sustain. To address these complex questions, the open access textbook Marine Pollution: Monitoring, Management, and Mitigation approaches the subject in a practical and highly accessible manner. It serves as an invaluable resource for newcomers to the field, providing them with a comprehensive and multidisciplinary exploration of the topic.

The subject of marine pollution is indeed intricate, requiring a seamless integration of natural sciences, chemistry, management, policymaking, industry, and all individuals who utilize the marine environment. This textbook was meticulously crafted by renowned experts with the specific aim of preparing graduates for a career in marine pollution studies. At the same time, it holds relevance for anyone who is passionate about preserving and protecting the marine environment and is committed to reducing their ecological footprint.

The chapters in this textbook are designed to be utilized independently, yet they are interconnected through cross-referencing of related content. The introductory chapter offers a historical perspective on marine pollution, delving into the fundamental physicochemical conditions of seawater. Subsequently, two full chapters are dedicated to providing the necessary resources for successful field and laboratory studies. Chapter by chapter, the book delves into the diverse range of marine pollutants, shedding light on their sources, impacts, and mitigation strategies. In conclusion, the textbook addresses the challenges of comprehending multiple stressors and presents mitigation and restoration practices, along with a global overview of marine pollution legislation.

We conceived this textbook with the explicit intention of making it freely accessible, owing to the nature of the topic that demands global contributions and champions. Financial constraints should not hinder the pursuit of knowledge and understanding in this critical field.

Weight: 1197g
Dimension: 279 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031101267
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023