Índice de gestão costeira aplicado aos municípios cearenses: evidenciando disparidades na gestão integrada e a relevância do TAGP

Abstract

This research begins with a theoretical contextualization of coastal management on a global and national scale, with an emphasis on the implementation of the Coastal Management Project in Ceará and moves on to the methodological construction of an index for evaluating participatory management. Based on the application of an index built from the principles of the Coastal Management Project and territorial planning instruments, it aims to highlight the differences between cities regarding coastal management in the coastal municipalities of the state of Ceará. The methodology adopted is qualitative in nature, with an exploratory and analytical approach, involving document analysis, secondary data analysis, and application of the index in municipalities with a coastline. The results reveal different levels of commitment to integrated management, highlighting advances in municipalities that have formalized the Beach Management Adhesion Agreement (TAGP) and weaknesses in localities with low institutional articulation. The discussion of the findings points to the need to strengthen coastal public policies, focusing on community participation, technical training, and territorial governance. Finally, strategic recommendations are presented to improve coastal management in the state, contributing to the sustainability of ecosystems and the enhancement of coastal areas.