Our marine and coastal work Marine and coastal habitats and species Scotland’s complex coastline shapes life beneath the waves. Our huge variety of marine habitats includes maerl beds and burrowed mud. Marine Planning in Scotland Marine plans are important strategic documents that guide decision-making on how we use, benefit from and protect Scotland’s seas. Marine protection and enhancement Find out more about the protection of our seas including Marine Protected Areas and Priority Marine Features. Marine and coastal evidence Learn about the data we hold and how we gather it, including survey and monitoring, and assessment and reporting. Marine development and use Learn about marine renewable energy, fisheries and coastal and marine development, including aquaculture and seaweed harvesting. Climate change and coastal adaptation Find out more about how Scotland's marine and coastal environment can provide nature-based solutions to tackle climate change.
