Sustainability Challenges of Marine Ecosystem Conservation and Resources Management

Dear Colleagues,

The sustainability challenges facing marine ecosystems have become increasingly pressing, requiring urgent and coordinated efforts for conservation and resource management. This Special Issue on "Sustainability Challenges of Marine Ecosystem Conservation and Resources Management" aims to address these multifaceted challenges by bringing together multidisciplinary research and innovative strategies.

Marine ecosystems are under threat from a variety of factors, including habitat degradation, overfishing, pollution, and climate change. These issues not only impact the biodiversity and health of marine environments, they also affect the economic and social well-being of communities that depend on these resources. Recent research has explored a range of related topics, including habitat restoration, sustainable fisheries management, and the establishment and effectiveness of marine protected areas (MPAs).

The goal of this Special Issue is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the ecological, social, and economic dimensions of marine conservation and resource management. By integrating traditional ecological knowledge with scientific research, we can develop holistic approaches to ensure the long-term health and resilience of marine ecosystems. This Special Issue will cover topics such as the following:

• Habitat restoration techniques and their effectiveness;
• Sustainable fisheries management practises;
• The role and impact of marine protected areas (MPAs);
• The effects of climate change on marine biodiversity and resources;
• Socio-economic impacts of marine conservation efforts;
• Integration of traditional ecological knowledge and scientific research;
• Policy and governance frameworks for sustainable marine management;
• Innovative approaches to combat pollution and marine debris;
• Community-based conservation initiatives;
• Eutrophication and its impact on marine ecosystems;
• Marine pollution and its impact on marine ecosystems.

We invite researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to contribute their insights and findings to this Special Issue. By promoting interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration, we aim to propose actionable solutions that can be implemented to safeguard marine ecosystems for future generations.

We look forward to your valuable contributions to advance the sustainability agenda in marine conservation and resource management.

Best regards,

Dr. Luminita Lazar
Dr. Elena Bișinicu
Dr. Andra Oros
Guest Editors

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• marine ecosystems
• sustainability
• conservation
• resources management
• habitat restoration
• sustainable fisheries
• marine protected areas
• climate change impacts
• ecological dimensions
• socio-economic dimensions
• traditional knowledge
• scientific knowledge
• interdisciplinary dialogue
• resilience
• marine environment degradation
• marine pollution
• eutrophication
• modelling
• scenarios
• sustainable development goals