Impacts of coastal reclamation on small-scale Fishers in Penang, Malaysia

IF 5.4 2区环境科学与生态学 Q1 OCEANOGRAPHY

Ocean & Coastal Management Pub Date : 2025-09-12 DOI:10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2025.107903

Salmen A. Bamasood , Khalid Sayed , M.I. Syakir , Mohd Hafiidz Jaafar , Mark Zuknik

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Abstract

The livelihood of small-scale fishers is critical for global food security, economic well-being, and coastal ecosystem health. Environmental and socio-economic shifts, especially coastal reclamation, face significant challenges. The aim of this study was to examine the reclamation's impact on small-scale fishers' livelihood capitals (e.g., human, social, natural, physical, and financial) in Penang, Malaysia, using the sustainable livelihoods framework (SLF). Results revealed that coastal reclamation adversely affects natural, human, and physical capital, while financial capital is moderately impacted. Social capital remains resilient due to strong community networks and leadership. Results highlighted Penang-specific issues, including environmental damage, increased operational costs, and licensing disparities. We recommend solutions, like restoring ecosystems, enhancing capabilities, and establishing sustainable mechanisms. This study provided applicable strategies on how the coastal development can be attuned to the sustainable livelihoods of small-scale fishers worldwide.

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马来西亚槟城海岸填海工程对小规模渔民的影响

小规模渔民的生计对全球粮食安全、经济福祉和沿海生态系统健康至关重要。环境和社会经济的转变，特别是沿海填海，面临着重大挑战。本研究的目的是利用可持续生计框架（SLF）研究填海工程对马来西亚槟城小规模渔民生计资本（如人力、社会、自然、物质和金融）的影响。结果表明，围垦对自然资本、人力资本和物质资本均有不利影响，对金融资本的影响较小。由于强大的社区网络和领导，社会资本仍然具有弹性。结果突出了槟城特有的问题，包括环境破坏、运营成本增加和许可差异。我们建议解决方案，如恢复生态系统、增强能力和建立可持续机制。这项研究为如何使沿海发展与全世界小规模渔民的可持续生计相协调提供了适用的战略。

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Ocean & Coastal Management 环境科学-海洋学

CiteScore

8.50

自引率

15.20%

发文量

321

审稿时长

60 days

期刊介绍： Ocean & Coastal Management is the leading international journal dedicated to the study of all aspects of ocean and coastal management from the global to local levels. We publish rigorously peer-reviewed manuscripts from all disciplines, and inter-/trans-disciplinary and co-designed research, but all submissions must make clear the relevance to management and/or governance issues relevant to the sustainable development and conservation of oceans and coasts. Comparative studies (from sub-national to trans-national cases, and other management / policy arenas) are encouraged, as are studies that critically assess current management practices and governance approaches. Submissions involving robust analysis, development of theory, and improvement of management practice are especially welcome.