Sustainable Aquaculture and Ecosystem Management: From Water Quality to Biodiversity Conservation
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Sustainability and Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 68
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Sustainable aquaculture is at the forefront of global efforts to produce nutritious food while preserving the integrity of aquatic ecosystems; therefore, this Special Issue invites researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to contribute original research and reviews that advance knowledge on sustainable aquaculture practices and integrated ecosystem management. Topics of interest include water quality monitoring, biodiversity conservation, and the ecological impacts of aquaculture systems. Innovative approaches—such as integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA), nutrient recycling, and the application of digital tools (e.g., IoT, sensors, and AI)—are particularly welcome for their potential to minimize environmental impacts and support adaptive management.
We also seek contributions exploring ecosystem-based management (EBM), marine spatial planning (MSP), and environmental impact assessments (EIAs) as frameworks for responsible aquaculture development. Submissions that link sustainable practices to broader socio-economic goals, including food security, climate resilience, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), are strongly encouraged. This Special Issue offers a platform for interdisciplinary dialog and open-access visibility, aiming to accelerate innovation and policy integration in the field of sustainable aquaculture. Join us in shaping a resilient, equitable, and ecologically sound future for aquaculture worldwide.
Dr. Ricardo Salgado
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable aquaculture
- ecosystem-based management and biodiversity conservation
- water quality and environmental monitoring
- marine spatial planning
- environmental impact assessment
- IoT in aquaculture
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