engleski

Environmental impact assessment of nautical ports projects

Environmental impact of nautical tourism seaports is significant and that is the reason for the need to develop the system that would ensure permanent research and monitoring in order to preserve the environment and ecosystems. Each nautical port has specific sensitivity, operating in a different natural, social, and cultural environment. In order to achieve high level of marine environment protection, it is necessary to take the measures of prudence, prevention, as well as reasonable and rational use of marine natural resources. That can be achieved through ex-ante assessment of potential significant negative impacts. The paper elaborates the requirements for ports, yachts and boats in nautical seaports, the environmental impact assessment and screening procedures with a case study, and the action that involves prudent investment. The authors are urging for introducing Croatian national regulations which are stricter, aiming to better protect national particularly sensitive areas, since the internationally recognized regulations have their disadvantages and there is still room for improvement. The growth must correspond to the demands, complying with governance measures and pollution prevention. Nautical ports projects must be contemplated as a function of the quality of life, well-being of local community, and the preservation of natural and cultural heritage.

nautical ports, environmental impact assessment, screening, regulatory framework

nije evidentirano