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Construction & Building Technology
Jieh-Haur Chen, His-Hua Pan, Ting-Kwei Wang, Hsi-Hsien Wei
Summary: This study identifies and prioritizes crucial inspection items for housing transfers through a literature review and expert interviews. The results include the delineation of eight aspects, a comprehensive list of 38 items, a short list of the top 15 items for quick transfer, and a priority sequence for inspection items. It effectively resolves the confusion faced by practitioners and provides clarity on the relative significance of inspection items.
Article
Fisheries
Ashley M. Fowler, Faith A. Ochwada-Doyle, Natalie A. Dowling, Heath Folpp, Julian M. Hughes, Michael B. Lowry, Jeremy M. Lyle, Tim P. Lynch, Nathan G. Miles, Rowan C. Chick
Summary: Recreational fishing is a popular leisure activity, but it causes significant fish mortality in many areas. However, the sector's objectives and the data needed to track its performance are poorly understood, which limits its inclusion in fishery harvest strategies. In this study, we reviewed the available recreational fishing data sources in New South Wales, Australia, and evaluated their usefulness for monitoring the performance indicators specific to recreational fishing within harvest strategies. We found that most social objectives of recreational fishing are outside the scope of traditional harvest strategies, but ecological objectives are linked to underlying performance.
ICES JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Rayhan Dudayev, Lugas Lukmanul Hakim, Indah Rufiati
Summary: This study examines the octopus fisheries governance in four villages in Sulawesi, Indonesia, and identifies the best practices for participatory fisheries governance at the village level. The research recommends incorporating participatory governance into octopus fisheries policy to allow active community participation in fisheries management.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Haniyeh Shariatmadary, Sabine O'Hara, Rebecca Graham, Marian Stuiver
Summary: Food hubs have emerged as innovative alternatives to the conventional food system in the United States, with the potential to transform food production, distribution, and consumption while promoting environmental sustainability and social equity. However, assessing their contributions to sustainability is challenging due to the diverse structures and practices of food hubs.
Article
Environmental Studies
Indra Jaya, Fayakun Satria, Wudianto, Duto Nugroho, Lilis Sadiyah, Eny A. Buchary, Alan T. White, Erik C. Franklin, Catherine A. Courtney, Gina Green, Stuart J. Green
Summary: Indonesia, the largest archipelagic nation and second-largest fish producer in the world, faces complex challenges in fisheries management due to its high species diversity, decentralized governance, and traditional fishing tenure rights. The government is making efforts to improve fisheries management, but there is still work to be done, including improving data collection, training more experts, and engaging local stakeholders. The threat of overfishing is evident, and timely policy adjustments are crucial to ensure the sustainability of Indonesia's fisheries.
Article
Environmental Studies
Gemma L. Scotts, Michael J. Scales, Gonzalo Araujo, Hollie Booth, Sarah A. Marley
Summary: This study explores the socio-cultural relationship between anglers and blue sharks in the UK. The findings show that anglers have respect for sharks and are willing to contribute to research. The study also reveals that socio-demographic variables are correlated with anglers' perceptions. Operators follow best fishing practices and are willing to contribute to research.
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Hillary Smith, Alejandro Garcia Lozano, Dana Baker, Hannah Blondin, Jill Hamilton, Jonathan Choi, Xavier Basurto, Brian Silliman
Summary: Research on small-scale fisheries (SSFs) has shown that ecological studies are mainly focused on marine fisheries in Latin America, while inland and Asian fisheries are understudied. There is more coverage on bony fish and invertebrates compared to endangered cartilaginous fishes. Recent studies have shifted focus towards human dimensions and ecosystem ecology, moving away from a previous emphasis on population ecology.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Kyle Barrett, Shari L. Rodriguez
Summary: Collaboration among stakeholders and multiple perspectives are crucial for effective natural resource management. Science-based decision-making is advocated for better outcomes, with research showing support for use of peer-reviewed literature. Improvement in communication between scientists and managers is needed for better decision-making in natural resource management.
JOURNAL OF WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Valerie Le Brenne, Laetitia Bisiaux, Frederic Le Manach
Summary: The French implementation of policies during the COVID-19 crisis, meant to support the fishing sector, primarily benefited large-scale, high-impact fisheries. Smaller and lower impact fisheries received significantly less support compared to their larger counterparts, indicating a focus on powerful companies and impactful fishing practices.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Katie Drew, Matthew Cieri, Amy M. Schueller, Andre Buchheister, David Chagaris, Genevieve Nesslage, Jason E. McNamee, James H. Uphoff
Summary: Through research, it was found that combining an intermediate complexity EwE model with the existing assessment model is the most suitable method for managing Atlantic menhaden fisheries resources.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Laurence J. Clarke, Leonie Suter, Rob King, Andrew Bissett, Sophie Bestley, Bruce E. Deagle
Summary: The study found that the bacterial epibiont communities associated with Antarctic krill exhibit spatial structuring, mainly driven by distance rather than environmental factors, especially for strongly krill-associated bacteria. The turnover of bacterial communities is influenced by bacterial dispersal limitation, which increases with geographic distance. Additionally, physical isolation can cause krill-associated bacterial communities to diverge, as shown by divergent epibiont communities generated from a single krill swarm split between aquarium tanks under near-identical conditions.
Article
Environmental Studies
Melissa Orobko, Gillian Curren, Thomas W. Therriault, Peter Lawton, Lucia Fanning, Isabelle M. Cote
Summary: The cumulative effects of multiple stressors on marine ecosystems are a pressing global concern. However, little is known about how these effects are considered in marine management in Canada. A survey of Canadian federal government managers revealed that most consider cumulative effects in decision-making but only a small percentage actually incorporate the key elements of cumulative effects. This discrepancy is attributed to barriers such as a lack of guidelines and data quality and availability.
Article
Environmental Studies
Sean Pascoe, Toni Cannard, Natalie A. Dowling, Catherine M. Dichmont, Frank Asche, L. Richard Little
Summary: Marine ecosystem-based management aims to satisfy various economic, social, and environmental objectives. Traditional multi-criteria decision analysis is often limited in identifying a preferred option due to non-commensurable units of measurement. Data envelopment analysis (DEA) offers an alternative approach by deriving composite indicator scores for multiple outputs in management alternatives. DEA allows for flexible benefit of the doubt weights and the incorporation of undesirable outcomes in the analysis.
Article
Environmental Studies
Supin Wongbusarakum, Matt Gorstein, Robert Pomeroy, Cheryl L. Anderson, Alexander Mawyer
Summary: The study shows that these communities have high levels of livelihood flexibility and perceived agency to address climate risks, social networks are seen as the most vital community asset, the combination of traditional knowledge and scientific information has significant utility, and there is a need for effective sustainable fisheries governance to prevent further fisheries resource degradation and develop alternative sustainable livelihoods for fishers.
Article
Environmental Studies
Marina Cucuzza, Joshua S. Stoll, Heather M. Leslie
Summary: Ecosystem-based fisheries management (EBFM) and fisheries co-management have not received sufficient attention for their potential complementarity, with literature review showing that these two management concepts can be integrated in practice, with elements of co-management often seen in traditional management regimes and elements of EBFM appearing in fisheries co-management initiatives.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Gabriela Scheufele, Sean Pascoe
Summary: The paper discusses the competition between commercial fishing and recreational fishing for marine resources and introduces two common methods to support allocation decisions for recreational fishing.
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Peggy Schrobback, Eriko Hoshino, Sean Pascoe, Robert Curtotti
Summary: This study found that imported fish, particularly fresh imports, are cointegrated with Australian produced fresh fish supplies traded in the Sydney Fish Market (SFM), suggesting a partial substitution relationship between imports and domestically caught fish. This implies that prices of domestically produced fish within the Australian market are likely impacted by price dynamics within the international seafood market.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND RESOURCE ECONOMICS
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Sean Pascoe, Peggy Schrobback, Eriko Hoshino, Robert Curtotti
Summary: This study develops a dynamic Inverse Almost Ideal Demand System model to analyze the price flexibilities of wild-caught fish, Australian farmed salmon, and imported fresh and frozen fish. The findings suggest that the growth of fresh fish imports and Australian farmed salmon production have negatively affected the prices received for Australian wild-caught species, especially those with lower value.
EUROPEAN REVIEW OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Kate Brooks, Kate Barclay, R. Quentin Grafton, Natalie Gollan
Summary: This paper discusses the role of a deliberative democratic approach in the integrated management of coastal and marine environments, using the case study of the NSW Marine Estate Management Authority (MEMA). The study highlights the challenges of achieving integration across multiple agencies with different disciplinary approaches and organizational cultures.
Article
Development Studies
Kimberly Brown, Philip J. Batterham, Jacki Schirmer, Penney Upton
Summary: Research findings suggest that natural resource management (NRM) has a significant impact on the quality of life and mental health of farmers. By implementing NRM practices and applying socioecological systems (SES) principles, farmers can improve their social connectedness and well-being. However, only SES principles are associated with well-being, while NRM practices have no significant effect on psychological distress. Therefore, ensuring NRM programs have co-benefits to farmer well-being may encourage long-term engagement.
SOCIETY & NATURAL RESOURCES
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Sean Pascoe, Andre E. Punt, Trevor Hutton, Paul Burch, Pia Bessell-Browne, L. Richard Little
Summary: Consideration of economic outcomes is common in fisheries management globally, but few jurisdictions prioritize economic objectives. Australia's federally managed fisheries have adopted maximum economic yield (MEY) as their primary objective, with biomass-based target reference points used in harvest control rules. In the absence of explicit estimates for biomass-based MEY (BMEY), proxy estimates based on maximum sustainable yield (BMSY) are used. However, estimating BMEY in multi-species fisheries is challenging due to assessments conducted at the individual species level, while economic activity spans across species. This complexity is further compounded in fisheries with multiple fishing gears and targeting practices. Using an age-structured bioeconomic model, this study estimates BMEY for key species in a multi-species, multi-metier fishery, revealing higher optimal biomass levels compared to the current proxy-based system, with economic targets sensitive to changing prices and fishing costs.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF FISHERIES AND AQUATIC SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nathalie A. Steins, Steven Mackinson, Stephen C. Mangi, Martin A. Pastoors, Robert L. Stephenson, Marta Ballesteros, Kate Brooks, James A. McIsaac, Matthew R. Baker, Julia Calderwood, Barbara Neis, Emily M. Ogier, Dave G. Reid
Summary: For future sustainable management of fisheries, deeper and more diverse information is needed, including real-time indicators, socio-economic data and fishing strategies. However, there is little evidence that current institutional frameworks are receptive to industry contributions. Three interrelated issues inhibiting industry contributions are concerns about data quality, limitations in the use of fishers' knowledge, and perceptions about impacts on the integrity of science. These issues can be addressed through alternative modes of knowledge production, quality assurance frameworks, and facilitating governance structures.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Amar Doshi, Sean Pascoe, Louisa Coglan, Thomas J. Rainey
Summary: The sustainability of biofuels as substitutes for petrol and diesel is questionable due to economic and environmental issues in their production lifecycle. This study estimates the value of externalities associated with different types of biofuel feedstock using a sample of Australian fuel consumers. The results suggest that newer biofuel feedstock, like microalgae, can generate high consumer values compared to agricultural-based predecessors. Consumers are willing to pay more for biofuels that avoid a 10% increase in food prices and have low lifecycle emissions. Existing biofuel policies and higher incomes have contradictory associations with consumer values. The findings should inform biofuel policies to encourage the development of a more diversified range of feedstock and related technologies for more sustainable fuel alternatives.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Sean Pascoe, Toni Cannard, Natalie A. Dowling, Catherine M. Dichmont, Frank Asche, L. Richard Little
Summary: Marine ecosystem-based management aims to satisfy various economic, social, and environmental objectives. Traditional multi-criteria decision analysis is often limited in identifying a preferred option due to non-commensurable units of measurement. Data envelopment analysis (DEA) offers an alternative approach by deriving composite indicator scores for multiple outputs in management alternatives. DEA allows for flexible benefit of the doubt weights and the incorporation of undesirable outcomes in the analysis.
Article
Oceanography
Robert L. Stephenson, Alistair J. Hobday, Ian Butler, Toni Cannard, Mel Cowlishaw, Ian Cresswell, Christopher Cvitanovic, Kirstin Dobbs, Stewart Frusher, Maree Fudge, Beth Fulton, Bronwyn M. Gillanders, Natalie Gollan, Marcus Haward, Trevor Hutton, Alan Jordan, Jan McDonald, Catriona Macleod, Gretta Pecl, Eva E. Plaganyi, Ingrid van Putten, Joanna Vince, Timothy Ward
Summary: This paper synthesizes seven Australian case studies to explore the key features and stages of Integrated Management (IM). The study found that most of the key features were seen as important in all case studies, but only a few examples fully implemented them.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Sean Pascoe, Lukas Danner, Thejani Gunaratne, Tiana Pang, Peggy Schrobback, Tim Perrin, Polly Hilder
Summary: Assessing the potential economic and financial feasibility of a new aquaculture operation requires estimating the expected price of a species being considered for aquaculture, but which does not have a current market presence. In this study, a hedonic pricing model is developed using information on a wide range of other species currently traded in the market. The model includes characteristics such as product form and taste, and four different functional forms are applied to estimate the likely market price of the new species.
AQUACULTURE ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Sean Pascoe, Samantha Paredes, Louisa Coglan
Summary: This study finds that the fishing industry in a coastal community in Queensland, Australia, contributes significantly to tourism, generating welfare gains and additional expenditure for visitors.
Article
Ecology
Gabriela Scheufele, Sean Pascoe
Summary: The United Nations Statistical Commission has adopted the chapters 8-11 of the SEEA EA as the international standards for valuing ecosystem services and assets. This presents new challenges for environmental economists. Ecosystem accounts and National Accounts both focus on exchange value rather than welfare value, and we apply the SEV method with the travel cost method to derive exchange prices and values for recreation-related services.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Sean Pascoe, Samantha Paredes, Louisa Coglan
Summary: The Australian fishing industry is facing challenges from cheaper imports and the COVID-19 pandemic, and is exploring ways to improve its economic viability. Local seafood promotion has been successful elsewhere and may create opportunities for fishermen to tap into a previously underutilized market. This study investigates the willingness to pay for the attribute of "local" in comparison to sustainability and freshness when purchasing fish, using a choice experiment with Queensland seafood consumers. The results show that freshness is the most important attribute, followed by sustainability and then origin. Consumers from regional coastal areas are willing to pay more for locally produced fish, while those from metropolitan areas are less concerned about product origin. Developing a local label may serve as a proxy indicator for freshness and sustainability, benefiting both fishermen and consumers.
FISHERIES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Oceanography
Ha-Kyung Kim, In-Hwan Cho, Eun-A Hwang, Young-Hyo Kim, Jeong-Suk Moon, Bae-Kyung Park, Baik-Ho Kim
Summary: This study investigated the distribution of diatoms in 324 estuaries on the Korean Peninsula from 2016 to 2018, with a focus on the ecological impact of artificial dams. The results highlighted the complex interactions between dams, land use, and diatom communities, providing important data for ecosystem management and biodiversity conservation. Understanding the consequences of artificial dams on diatom distribution is crucial for preserving estuarine health.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Tianhang Gao, Jia Tian, Chuan Huang, Hongyu Wu, Xing Xu, Changjian Liu
Summary: This study explores the microcontainer transport service and route selection problem within the context of a new transportation corridor. A multiobjective planning model is established to minimize transportation cost, time, and carbon emissions. The findings demonstrate that the New Western Land and Sea Corridor is appealing for time-sensitive cargoes and can enhance economic benefits with supportive policies.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Jintao Ma, Zhengjie Wu, Mengqian Guo, Qiuguang Hu
Summary: With the deepening of economic globalization and regional economic integration, marine fisheries are becoming increasingly connected to national strategic interests and economic vitality. It is necessary to explore the synergistic evolution of marine fisheries economic development, environmental protection, and technological progress in order to promote sustainable and healthy development of marine fisheries.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Wenhan Ren, Yuhan Xu, Jing Ni
Summary: This paper focuses on the key role of human economic activities in the evolution of ecological security from the perspective of eco-industrial symbiosis and constructs a symbiotic system of indicators considering human economic activities and all subsystems. The research findings reveal that in China's coastal areas, the socio-economic development index shows a stable upward trend, the environmental capacity index remains stable, and the ecological impact index shows a fluctuating and undulating trend.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Xiao Zhou
Summary: This study develops a spatial risk assessment approach for maritime transportation in China using machine learning and geospatial big data. The study identifies wave height, rainfall, and sea surface temperature as the most influential factors affecting navigational safety. It also analyzes the matching relationship between coastal search and rescue resources and maritime transportation risks.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Review
Oceanography
X. Yang, Z. Y. Lin, W. J. Zhang, S. Xu, M. Y. Zhang, Z. D. Wu, B. Han
Summary: The study highlights the increasing importance of Arctic navigation safety and identifies gaps in the application of risk assessment methodologies. It calls for decision-oriented modelling techniques and bridging the gap between academic research and practical application.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Vladimir J. Alarcon, Anna C. Linhoss, Christopher R. Kelble, Paul F. Mickle, Alexandra Fine, Enrique Montes
Summary: Estuaries and coastal areas are undergoing rapid changes due to climate change and sea level rise. This research presents a salinity transport model for Biscayne Bay and investigates the potential impacts of altered precipitation, increased salinity/temperature, and sea level rise on bay salinity. The findings suggest that current restoration plans may not be sufficient to maintain current salinity conditions, and management measures such as urban greening, artificial groundwater recharge, and water consumption reduction should be considered.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Manuel Vargas-Yanez, Ana Reeves-Bueno, Sara Fernandez-Topham, Francina Moya, Enrique Ballesteros, Cristina Alonso, Teresa Perez-Sanchez, Patricia Romero-Fernandez, Silvia Sanchez-Aguado, Ricardo Felix Sanchez-Leal, M. Carmen Garcia-Martinez
Summary: This study analyzed the phytoplankton communities in the upper 100 m of the Gulf of Cadiz and the Alboran Sea using time series data. The results show that these two regions can be considered as two differentiated bioregions, with the latter having higher productivity.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Donna Dimarchopoulou, Ioannis Keramidas, Konstantinos Tsagarakis, Vasiliki Markantonatou, Ghassen Halouani, Athanassios C. Tsikliras
Summary: The study shows that spatiotemporal simulation modeling is an effective tool for investigating management options in ecosystem-based fisheries management. It demonstrates that fisheries restricted areas can help rebuild the biomass of exploited stocks, but their effectiveness depends on the size and location of the areas. The study also suggests that a parallel reduction in total fishing effort is necessary to achieve the highest benefits of protection.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Junita D. Karlsen, Ludvig Ahm Krag, Bent Herrmann
Summary: Fisheries management is transitioning from a single-species approach to an ecosystem-based approach to address the complexities of mixed-species fisheries. A dual compartment codend concept can provide a complex selectivity profile and allow for flexible adjustments at sea, improving compliance with management objectives.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Yi-Zhuo Zhang, Cheng Xue, Na Wang, Gang Chen
Summary: This paper evaluates typical coastal provinces and cities in China, constructing an evaluation indicator system and clarifying the regional differences in the sustainable development capacity of China's marine fisheries industry. The results show that Shandong Province and Fujian Province have advantages in sustainable development, while Tianjin, Hebei Province, and Shanghai have room for improvement.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Caimao Tan, Tiantian Qin, Junliang He, Yu Wang, Hang Yu
Summary: This study addresses the storage space allocation problem of container yards based on the dual-cycle operation mode. A mixed integer programming model is established to optimize container transportation distance. The results show that dual-cycle operation can decrease transportation distance and the space allocation method based on it is more effective than traditional methods. The study also provides management insights for container ports and suggests effective solutions for bottleneck problems.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Haye H. Geukes, Peter M. van Bodegom, Alexander P. E. van Oudenhoven
Summary: This study aims to identify and explore the information requirements at different stages of the decision-making process of coastal nature-based solutions (NbS). The study found substantial differences in information requirements across the decision-making stages, with values and indicators becoming more specific and concrete as the stages progressed. The study also suggests that future changes in the information required for decision-making on coastal NbS can be anticipated and prepared for.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
