Polar Oceans Governance in an Era of Environmental Change Author Stephens T., VanderZwaag D.L. Date 2014 Source IUCN (ID: MON-093229) Publisher | Place of publication Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd | Cheltenham, United Kingdom ISBN 978-1-78195-544-4 Document type Monography/book Language English Field of application International Country/Territory Canada, Australia Subject Sea, Environment gen. Keyword International relations/cooperation Marine resources management Geographical area Arctic Abstract The book provides a cutting-edge assessment of how the dynamic ocean regions at the highest latitudes on Earth are being managed in an era of unprecedented environmental change. The Arctic and Southern Oceans are experiencing transformative environmental change as a result of climate change and ocean acidification. As areas of unparalleled environmental, cultural and scientific value, they are crucibles for testing how integrated, eco-systemic governance frameworks can be developed to meet and address volatile environmental, political and economic challenges. Full text MON-093229TOC.pdf DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.4337/9781781955451