Marine Natural Resources and Technological Development : An Economic Analysis of the Wealth from the Oceans

ISBN-13: 9780415958523 / Angielski / Twarda / 2007 / 235 str.

Marco Colazingari

Opis

This book offers a comprehensive and systematic examination of the issues involved within Ocean Economics. The oceans are the last frontier on Earth, and research and exploration are key to developing and enhancing global economic activity that is necessary to sustain a growing human population. Colazingari pinpoints the contentious issues relevant to oceans natural resources management and protection. He examines the cutting edge technology used for the exploration of the oceans living and non living resources (fisheries, bio-products, energy resources, mineral deposits) and identifies the significant emerging patterns that will determine the development of ocean economics in the future. Problems require timely action by politicians and policymakers at an international level, while scientists and researchers must assist in providing reliable information and investigating viable options.

With writing that is straightforward but comprehensive, this book will appeal to professionals, academics, students, as well as anyone interested in marine environment.

Spis treści

Introduction  1. Ocean Realm  2. Exploration of the Oceans  3. Offshore Oil and Gas Industry  4. Energy from the Oceans  5. Underwater Mineral Deposits and Placers  6. Living Resources  7. Marine Bioproducts.  Conclusion

O autorze

Marco Colazingari is the Italian Chair at the Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies, University of Malta for the Italian Foreign Ministry, where he lectures in International Economics at graduate courses in diplomacy.