This World Bank report outlines the importance of data and tools in Marine Spatial Planning (MSP), examines different aspects data and tools, general challenges and identifies how project managers, planners and implementers can support and add value to MSP projects. The report further presents MSP data categories, data gaps, various MSP tools and data services, and opportunity areas for engagement.

Topics

Economic Contribution
Technology and Data

GSTC-D Criterias

A3 -Monitoring and reporting
A9 -Planning regulations and development control
B6 -Property and user rights

Sustainable Development Goals - SDG's

12- Responsible Consumption & Production
14- Life Below Water

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