The coast of the Macro metropolis: so far from God and so close to the Devil

Authors

  • Leandra R. Goncalves Instituto Oceanográfico, Universidade de São Paulo (USP) https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1182-418X
  • Luciana Y. Xavier Instituto Oceanográfico, Universidade de São Paulo (USP)
  • Alexander Turra Instituto Oceanográfico, Universidade de São Paulo (USP)
  • Pedro Henrique Torres Instituto de Energia e Meio Ambiente, Universidade de São Paulo (USP)
  • Silvana Zioni Programa de Pós-Graduação em Planejamento e Gestão do Território, Universidade Federal do ABC (UFABC)
  • Pedro R. Jacobi Instituto de Energia e Meio Ambiente, Universidade de São Paulo (USP)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5380/dma.v54i0.69275

Keywords:

coastal management, environmental planning, regional studies, environmental governance, socioeconomic flows

Abstract

The Manichaeism in the title of article anticipates the interest here to analyze the particularities of coastal zone polarization on a broader spatial scale. Territorial planning, ecosystem-based approach, governance, and considering existing flows and dynamics in the context of sustainable development are the bases of this analysis. Using the case study of the São Paulo Macro Metropolis (SPMM), its 2013-2040 Action Plan, and the proposed actions for its coastline as examples, the fact that being so close to the expanding metropolis, the macro metropolitan coastline is far from a socially, fair and sustainable path is verified. Spatial planning and governance of this territory require a broad revision of the paradigms that support sectoral and multisectoral management instruments. This revision should consider different spatial scales, such as the coastal zone, the exclusive economic zone, and adjacent metropolitan regions. In this sense, it is necessary for SPMM planning to consider new governance arrangements that encompass the dynamics of the territory and its socio-environmental dimensions. It is also necessary to incorporate macro-processes from the administrative, territorial, social, and environmental perspectives, including the stakeholders, according to the management scale, and, particularly, ensuring the participation of civil society.

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Published

2020-08-04

How to Cite

Goncalves, L. R., Xavier, L. Y., Turra, A., Torres, P. H., Zioni, S., & Jacobi, P. R. (2020). The coast of the Macro metropolis: so far from God and so close to the Devil. Desenvolvimento E Meio Ambiente, 54. https://doi.org/10.5380/dma.v54i0.69275

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Vol. 54 (2020)

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