The accelerating pace of climate change now represents one of the most significant challenges confronting fisheries and aquaculture systems worldwide.
These changes pose substantial risks to fisheries productivity, ecosystem stability, and the livelihoods of millions who depend on aquatic resources. At the same time, the evidence reviewed in this study demonstrates that fisheries systems possess considerable adaptive potential when supported by sound governance, innovation, and inclusive management approaches.
This synthesis highlights that climate-resilient fisheries are fundamentally social–ecological systems in which ecological integrity, technological innovation, and human capacity are tightly interconnected. Adaptive management, ecosystem-based approaches, and emerging technologies such as digital monitoring, artificial intelligence, and improved breeding strategies offer pathways to reduce vulnerability and enhance resilience. Equally important are ethical considerations, environmental justice, and the integration of indigenous and local knowledge, which contribute to equitable and context-specific solutions.
A central finding of this review is that collaboration is critical to successful climate adaptation. Effective responses require coordinated action among scientists, policymakers, industry actors, and fishing communities, supported by international cooperation to address transboundary climate and fisheriesBOOK CHAPTERS 2026 READY.docx 10
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