Benefits from Marine and Coastal Ecosystems and Activities
Besides the well-known economic value of fisheries, there are several other activities generating significant revenues in coastal and marine areas. This graphic discusses the economic benefits of coastal tourism, trade and shipping, offshore oil and gas, and fisheries. It also illustrates the estimated mean value of marine biomes such as estuaries and coastal reefs.
Year: 2005
From collection: Vital Water Graphics
Cartographer: Delphine Digout