An evaluation of the concept of assimilative capacity as applied to marine waters.

M. D. Krom

An evaluation of the concept of assimilative capacity as applied to marine waters.

M. D. Krom

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Abstract

The concept of assimilative capacity has been suggested as a basis for permitting the controlled disposal of anthropogenic wastes in the ocean. The term assimilative is a misnomer since there is no benefit for the receiving body of water from the addition of pollutants. The term accommodative capacity (AC) is suggested in its place. This procedure has been applied to the disposal of radioactive wastes, mercury and bacteria. Also, 2 examples where the AC approach has been extended to the overall health of the ecosystem are considered: PCBs in the New York Bight and disposal of sewage effluent off the coast of S California.-from Author

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	208-214
Number of pages	7
Journal	Ambio
Volume	15
Issue number	4
State	Published - 1986
Externally published	Yes

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 14 Life Below Water

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Geography, Planning and Development
Environmental Chemistry
Ecology

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