Abstract
There are no global law or policy instruments focused explicitly on kelp, but kelp forests do benefit from some international regimes.
Many national laws and policies provide for the protection, management, restoration and use of kelp, although approaches vary in different jurisdictions.
Awareness of the value and status of kelp forests is growing, with further research needed to identify ways to enhance laws and policies.
Holistic governance is crucial to ensuring that cumulative impacts are addressed, ecosystem approaches are embedded and all stakeholders are engaged
Many national laws and policies provide for the protection, management, restoration and use of kelp, although approaches vary in different jurisdictions.
Awareness of the value and status of kelp forests is growing, with further research needed to identify ways to enhance laws and policies.
Holistic governance is crucial to ensuring that cumulative impacts are addressed, ecosystem approaches are embedded and all stakeholders are engaged
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Into the Blue |
| Subtitle of host publication | Securing a Sustainable Future for Kelp Forests |
| Editors | Maria Potouroglou |
| Place of Publication | Norway |
| Publisher | GRID-Arendal |
| Chapter | 5 |
| Pages | 88-101 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9789280740073 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9789280740073 |
| Publication status | Published - 2023 |
