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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Multi-Criteria Relationship Analysis of Knowledge, Perception, and Attitude of Stakeholders for Engagement towards Maritime Pollution at Sea, Beach, and Coastal Environments
ClearPublic perceptions of marine environmental issues: A case study of coastal recreational users in Italy
Researchers surveyed 202 coastal recreational users along Italy's Adriatic coast about their perceptions of marine environmental issues, finding that awareness of marine litter, pollution, and overfishing was high, and that observed coastal changes and pro-environmental behaviors were primarily shaped by demographic factors such as gender and water use frequency.
Understanding public perceptions of marine threats: awareness and concern among residents and visitors of the German Baltic Sea Coast
Researchers surveyed 628 residents and visitors along the German Baltic Sea coast to assess public awareness of marine environmental threats. The study found that while people reported high concern about ecological threats, they tended to identify visible issues like plastic waste and oil spills more readily than less perceptible problems such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and chemical pollution.
Public perception of an important urban estuary: Values, attitudes, and policy support in the Biscayne Bay-Miami Social Ecological System
This is not a microplastics study; it surveys public attitudes toward Biscayne Bay in Miami, finding widespread concern about environmental threats to the estuary and strong public support for protective policies — a useful model for how coastal communities can be engaged in environmental governance.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices toward Plastic Pollution among Malaysians: Implications for Minimizing Plastic Use and Pollution
Researchers surveyed Malaysians about their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding plastic pollution. The study found that while most people were aware of plastic pollution problems, there was a significant gap between awareness and actual behavior change. The findings suggest that education campaigns alone are insufficient and need to be paired with practical infrastructure and policy changes to reduce plastic use.
Public Perceptions of Marine Plastic Litter: A Comparative Study Across European Countries and Seas
This study surveyed public perceptions of marine plastic litter across eight European countries bordering the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and Mediterranean, finding high awareness of the problem but identifying barriers to behavioral change that vary by country and sea region.
Challenges in Implementing Sustainable Marine Tourism Policy against the Threat of Waste in Coastal Areas
Researchers investigated the challenges of implementing sustainable marine tourism policies against plastic waste pollution at coastal sites in Indonesia, including Kuta Beach, Bali, finding that government policy alone is insufficient and that community participation is essential for effective waste management.
Sea of plastic: representations of the sea and pro-environmental attitudes and behaviors regarding marine plastic pollution in Peru and Chile
Researchers explored pro-environmental attitudes and behaviors regarding marine plastic pollution through 44 semi-structured interviews with Peruvian and Chilean citizens, examining how sea-related representations shape environmental engagement. The study found that positive connections to the sea were associated with stronger motivation to reduce plastic pollution.
Persepsi Masyarakat Terkait Isu Sampah Pada Ekosistem Dan Perairan Di Kecamatan Muara Gembong
This Indonesian study surveyed community perceptions about waste pollution in coastal and aquatic ecosystems in Makassar, finding mixed levels of awareness and concern. Public understanding of how plastic waste becomes microplastic pollution is an important factor in behavior change and local environmental action.
Public Management Model in Marine Pollution Control; A Case Study of Bintan Regency
Researchers assessed public management performance in controlling marine pollution in Bintan Regency, Indonesia — an area affected by recurrent oil spills, marine debris, microplastics, and degraded mangrove and coral reef ecosystems — using a qualitative case study approach. The study proposed an integrated governance model emphasizing strengthened institutional coordination, preventive measures, and accountability mechanisms to improve ecological sustainability and socioeconomic resilience of coastal communities.
Coastal microplastic pollution: Understanding coastal community stakeholder perceptions and resolution priorities
A study of coastal stakeholders in the United Kingdom found that local managers, businesses, and community groups have varying perceptions of the severity of microplastic pollution and often disagree on the priorities and responsibilities for addressing it. The research highlights a gap between scientific understanding of coastal microplastic risks and the on-the-ground awareness and coordination needed to implement the multi-stakeholder action plans called for under the 2022 UN resolution to end plastic pollution.
Understanding the socioeconomic determinants of marine plastic pollution: Evaluating policy effectiveness and mitigation strategies in the Global South.
Researchers synthesized qualitative and quantitative evidence on marine plastic pollution in the Global South, identifying rapid urbanization, inadequate waste infrastructure, and weak governance as primary drivers, and recommending integrated strategies combining single-use plastic bans, extended producer responsibility, regional cooperation, and circular economy incentives.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices towards Plastic Pollution among Malaysians
Researchers assessed knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) toward plastic pollution among 294 Malaysian respondents via an online survey, using descriptive statistics, KAP scoring, and cross-tabulation to evaluate variation across sociodemographic groups. The study found that while awareness of plastic pollution was present, gaps between knowledge and actual waste reduction behavior persisted across the surveyed population.
Business for ocean sustainability: Early responses of ocean governance in the private sector
Researchers analyzed sustainability reports from 1,664 companies across 19 sectors, finding that only 7% disclosed on ocean-related sustainable development goals, though 51% showed awareness of their pressures on marine environments, highlighting a major accountability gap in private-sector ocean governance.
Global assessment of innovative solutions to tackle marine litter
Researchers reviewed 177 validated innovative solutions for preventing, monitoring, and cleaning marine litter from a global search, finding that most focused on monitoring rather than prevention, few had reached commercial maturity, and none had been validated for environmental impact or efficiency.
Awareness, perception and adaptation strategies of fisher community towards marine plastic pollution along Mumbai coast, Maharashtra, India
Researchers surveyed fisher communities along the Mumbai coast in Maharashtra, India, using a 5-point Likert scale to assess their awareness, perceptions, and adaptation strategies regarding marine plastic pollution. The study found varied levels of awareness among fishing communities and identified behavioral and community-based adaptation strategies being employed, underscoring the importance of engaging coastal communities in plastic pollution management.
Behavior of coastal communities in dealing with microplastic pollution in salt ponds in Cirebon Regency
Researchers analyzed the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of coastal communities in Cirebon Regency, Indonesia regarding microplastic pollution in salt ponds, assessing correlations between community awareness and domestic plastic waste management practices.
The Marine CoLAB: Taking a CoLABorative, Values Based Approach to Connect People to the Ocean
Nine ocean conservation NGOs collaborated to test whether sharing a common narrative about ocean value would increase public and political support for marine protection. Building broader coalitions and shared messaging around ocean health is important for advancing policies that address plastic pollution in marine environments.
Governance Strategies for Mitigating Microplastic Pollution in the Marine Environment: A Review
This review assessed the sources, spread, and impacts of microplastic pollution in marine environments and evaluated existing governance strategies for addressing the problem. Researchers found significant gaps in management approaches, including limited community involvement in monitoring and a lack of standardized mitigation strategies for coastal areas. The study calls for stronger policy interventions, more citizen science initiatives, and coordinated international efforts to reduce microplastic pollution in the oceans.
Adoption of a multi-criteria approach for the selection of operational measures in a maritime environment
This study applies a multi-criteria decision-making framework to help the maritime shipping industry choose operational measures that balance productivity with environmental sustainability. Reducing plastic waste and pollution from shipping vessels is one factor considered in this analysis.
What Teachers Should Know for Effective Marine Litter Education: A Scoping Review
This scoping review identified critical gaps in teachers' knowledge about marine litter, finding that educators need better training in ocean literacy and marine pollution science to effectively encourage pro-environmental practices among students and communities.
Local and tourist perceptions of coastal marine habitats in Cap de Creus (NE Spain)
Researchers surveyed over 600 locals and tourists at a marine protected area in Spain and found both groups similarly valued the area's ecosystem services, ranked inland pollution and climate change as the top threats, and supported greater conservation efforts — suggesting public awareness could be a strong driver of marine protection policy.
A bibliometric review on marine ecological environment governance: Development and prospects (1990–2022)
Researchers conducted a bibliometric analysis of 32 years of marine environmental governance research, finding a surge in publications since 2013 with growing focus on microplastic pollution in marine sediments, ecosystem restoration in protected areas, and the development of comprehensive global strategies to protect ocean health.
Global perceptions of plastic pollution: The contours and limits of debate
This review analyzed 39 peer-reviewed studies on public perceptions of plastic pollution, finding that research discourse is narrowly focused on marine impacts and single-use plastics while largely ignoring broader plastic pollution contexts relevant to international treaty negotiations.
Knowledge, concerns and attitudes towards plastic pollution: An empirical study of public perceptions in Portugal
A survey of public knowledge, concerns, and attitudes toward plastic pollution found that awareness varied significantly across demographic groups, and that concern about plastic in different environmental compartments (air, water, soil) did not always translate into pro-recycling behaviors.