- The significance of the ocean for climate, navigation, fishing, recreation, and as a natural resource has been known for centuries.
- The ocean plays significant role in sequestration of about 30% of industrial carbon-dioxide emissions.
- The 7517 km long coast line of India, sustaining extremely rich marine bio-diversity is dotted with several major ports. Ports are the gateways to India's international trade, handling over 90% of its foreign trade.
- Another eight projects worth more than Rs 32 billion are under consideration. Numerous infrastructure projects and power plants have also been proposed to support ever developing Indian economy.
- However, need of today is development and environment should go hand in hand.
- Vikrant A. Kulkarni – CRZ and Marine Environment Consultant is committed to offer independent Consulting Services in ‘Marine Environmental Impact Assessment and Coastal Zone Management’ with an international standard to meet aforesaid requirement.
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