Marine Pollution and Ecosystem Health

Abstract

Marine pollution and ecosystem health are interlinked with each other. With the increase in marine pollution, the biodiversity and ecosystem health of the most oceans is being affected. The scientific research upholds that the world is rapidly recognizing the value of the blue economy. Concerns about the ocean and coastal regions have encouraged policymakers and academic institutions throughout the world to seek more and better understanding of the blue economy and ocean-based activity. Every nation makes significant decisions in terms of management strategies, ocean environment monitoring, expeditions and blue economy based product creation. In this chapter, these judgments are taken and carried out based on the current situation and future goals for overcoming the challenges of sustainable global blue economy in both developed and developing nations. Because some developing countries, there are some inconsistencies in perception on the sustainable blue economy, they still are needed additional dialogue, and discourse and to increase awareness to build the ocean-based economy, is required. This chapter also covers global marine pollution scenarios, current status of blue economy and ocean health insights, marine pollution sources and their impact on marine ecosystems and blue economies. Also, this chapter deals with marine pollution management approaches for guiding nations’ future plans, leading the world to a sustainable future, and strengthening the global blue economy in developing and small islands countries. There are several management ideas and alternative management options for the growth of the blue economy including identifying and stopping pollution, enhancing global interaction, evaluating and promoting developmental accomplishments, promoting ocean health development and the blue economy. Furthermore, in terms of the scope and richness of our research and assessment, we still have a long way to go.