S.No

Interventions

Expected outcomes

 

Metrics

 

1

Research on lagoon and estuary function, ecology and nutrient dynamics

Improved management and monitoring

Data on extent, distribution, species diversity and productivity of lagoons and estuaries

2

Pollution Management

Improved lagoon and estuarine habitat

Improvement of water quality

3

Sediment removal

Improved lagoon and estuarine habitat

Improvement of water holding, increase of wetland area

4

Improvement of riparian vegetation

Soil Stabilization

Increase in extent of riparian vegetation

5

Control the spread of invasive species

Enhanced biodiversity

Reduced number and extent of spread of invasive species

6

Promotion of sustainable aquaculture and fishing practices

Reduced pressure on lagoons and estuaries, sustainable utilization of natural resources

Increase in species diversity and abundance

7

Engagement of different stakeholders  and representatives of fishermen, aquaculture and agriculture for planning

Long term and effective lagoon and estuarine conservation

Increased ownership and decline of conflicts

8

Promotion of ecotourism and traditional activities

Enhanced sustainable tourism

Increase in number of tourists

9

Improvement of surveillance and law enforcement for illegal fishing and fishing gear, fishing ban period etc

Decrease in illicit activities

Improved habitats

10

Employment of non-regulatory methods which increase fishery productivity such as hydraulic engineering, predator control, stocking etc

Increase in productivity

Increased custodianship of local stakeholders, reduction of conflicts

11

Management of potential conflicts with aquaculture and interactions with marine near shore and offshore fisheries

Increase in livelihood options, decrease in displacement

Increased custodianship of local stakeholders ,reduction of conflicts

 


Source: COASTAL IDENTITIES- The Centrality of Coastal Ecosystems in Tamil Nadus Conservation,Department of Environment