Guidelines for Sea-Based Measures to Manage Internal Nutrient Reserves in the Baltic Sea Region.

Abstract

The aim of these guidelines is to provide guidance for researchers planning to undertake research projects and for operators and environmental managers planning to implement activities designed to reduce the negative impacts caused by the internal nutrient reserves in the Baltic Sea. The guidelines also provide decision support for relevant authorities when administering consultations and environmental permitting related to sea-based measures. In this context, the guidelines are intended to provide additional information to national and international decision making. They should also encourage the exchange of information and the development of a shared knowledge pool describing sea-based measures to manage internal nutrient reserves for the benefit of HELCOM Contracting Parties and beyond.