Dredging in a Changing Environment

Human growth in the last two centuries has been exponential. The question is how long can this continue without interfering with other species and nature itself. This is a source of many studies and is one of the greatest concerns of society. As we continue to apply our human expertise to “improving” nature, national and international political decision-making on sustainability issues becomes ever-increasingly important. Still, when we observe the day- to-day discussions and decisions on the use and protection of nature, political and industrial roles are often experienced as erratic and irrational to the actors involved. This paper will give some insights into the underlying reasons.