Governing ocean acidification : a solutions‑based approach ...
Ocean acidification is a major challenge for vulnerable marine socio-ecological systems. Scientific evidence suggests that ocean acidification will continue to intensify well into this century. Different approaches to addressing acidification will therefore be needed to complement ongoing global cli...
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University of Tasmania
2024
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| Online Access: | https://dx.doi.org/10.25959/25143734 https://figshare.utas.edu.au/articles/thesis/Governing_ocean_acidification_a_solutions_based_approach/25143734 |
| Summary: | Ocean acidification is a major challenge for vulnerable marine socio-ecological systems. Scientific evidence suggests that ocean acidification will continue to intensify well into this century. Different approaches to addressing acidification will therefore be needed to complement ongoing global climate mitigation efforts. Harnessing domestic legal arrangements governing ocean acidification response strategies, in what constitutes a solutions-based approach, can play a crucial role in this regard. This thesis develops a conceptual framework for governing a solutions-based approach to addressing ocean acidification using insights from polycentric governance theory. The conceptual framework highlights three interlinked principles: legal arrangements must: (1) foster alignment between institutions and the problems they are meant to address; (2) reduce the risk of regulatory failure; and (3) prepare for and address change. The thesis applies these principles to three responses to ocean acidification identified ... |
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