Coastal Research and Consultancy
This is an exciting time for coastal and marine management in Scotland, with legislation such as the Marine (Scotland) Act, Climate Change (Scotland) Act and Marine Strategy Framework Directive providing a focus and requirement for innovative research and adaptive management. This legislation will undoubtedly bring new responsibilities for us all and provide new challenges as we strive to optimise economic growth whilst enhancing the delivery of ecosystem services.
Our research and consultancy services aim to protect resources and propose mitigation measures against impacts. Much of this is in collaboration with partners across the UK and internationally and working closely with communities.
We place great emphasis on working closely with communities; harnessing local knowledge, and facilitating local people to become involved in decision making and managing their environment.
The two-way process of knowledge exchange is a fundamental part of our work. We aim to disseminate information in accessible formats including visualisations, presentations, reports, seminars and newsletters.
Can we help?
For details of how we can help with projects in the marine and coast environment, please contact Emily Hastings to discuss your requirements.
Examples of current work
- PDF file: Scotland's Coastal Assets
- PDF file: Coasts @ Hutton
- PDF file: Partnership for Sustainable Coasts
Examples of current research
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