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Resiliency via integrated coastal management in Kish Island
, Article Scientia Iranica ; Volume 23, Issue 4 , 2016 , Pages 1708-1718 ; 10263098 (ISSN) ; Majd, F ; Mohammadi, M ; Sharif University of Technology
Sharif University of Technology
2016
Abstract
Small islands around the world face various hazards such as sea-water level rise, hurricanes, human activities over pressure, environmental degradation, and pollution. Resiliency is a critical feature that has to be maintained in these sensitive and vulnerable areas. This paper focuses on the importance of Integrated Coastal Management (ICM) in increasing the level of resiliency in small islands. Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) has been recommended for practice by United Nations 1992 Rio Conference resolution to conserve the valuable natural resources of the coastal areas around the globe and improve their deteriorating environmental conditions. Integrated coastal management plan...