Sustainability and Environmental Management in Karavali – Coastal Karnataka Region of India

Abstract

With its varied and delicate coastal ecosystems, the Karavali region of Karnataka is essential to maintaining biodiversity, sustaining traditional livelihoods, and promoting economic endeavours like agriculture, tourism, and fishing. However, uncontrolled tourism, industrial growth, urbanization, and unsustainable resource exploitation have led to significant environmental deterioration. The ecological and socioeconomic stability of the area is seriously threatened by pollution, mangrove destruction, coastal erosion, loss of marine biodiversity, and climate change effects. This paper investigates the serious environmental problems the Karavali region currently faces and explores sustainable management techniques to mitigate them. It assesses the role of government regulations, corporate social responsibility, policy frameworks, and community involvement in fostering an ecologically resilient coastal environment. The study also evaluates the socioeconomic effects of environmental degradation, emphasizing the necessity of climate adaptation plans that balance environmental preservation with developmental needs. By examining successful case studies and best practices, this paper offers practical recommendations for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders to implement long-term conservation strategies ensuring the sustainability of the Karavali region for future generations. Protecting this region's coastal resources and ecosystems requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach integrating traditional knowledge, scientific research, and participatory governance.