1. A spatial typology for the sea: A contribution from the Baltic.
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Janßen, Holger, Kidd, Sue, and Kvinge, Torunn
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OCEAN zoning ,MARINE parks & reserves ,COMPARATIVE studies ,DATA analysis - Abstract
Abstract: Marine spatial planning (MSP) has a need for spatial delimitation and for the identification of spatial classes. This paper reports on the findings of a pilot study that was undertaken to test the development of a data informed spatial typology for the Baltic Sea. The Baltic Sea is a comparatively shallow sea with nine adjoining countries and intense anthropogenic activities. The aim of the study was to assess the applicability and value of such a spatial typology for MSP. A spatial typology with seven different spatial classes was identified. The approach used here to identify a spatial typology could be used for seas worldwide. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2013
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