Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
6384759 Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science 2015 46 Pages PDF
Abstract
China's coastal wetlands have been under considerable stress and have been severely damaged as a result of continuing population growth, large-scale infrastructural developments, extensive land reclamation projects, and the ineffective control of various types of pollution. The restoration of coastal wetlands in China has consequently become urgent. In this study, we analyze the degradation status of coastal wetlands, also review progress made towards their restoration. We further discuss the weaknesses of policy and institutional frameworks in tackling environmental problems in coastal wetlands. These perspectives on comprehensive and integrated policy requirements for wetland restoration, management, and future development will help ensure better management of coastal wetlands.
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