Culture encapsulates the physical and psychological connection to our Blue Spaces experienced by some, driven by our proximity to waters and the lessons shared during our upbringing and passed down through generations. Respect for our Blue Spaces relates to protecting the entire ecosystem, as well as understanding it and the role is plays on a grander scale. Respect can also relate to safety aspects of usage, for example, the power or force of the water.

Culture and Respect for water is inextricably related to “Information” in a reinforcing feedback loop. The loop is impacted by a range of cultural and historic influences, when a Blue Space use must be put in a wider historic and cultural context (e.g. the economic and urban development based on water trade routes and ports). Information encapsulates both the gathering and translation of information and is driven by national policy as well as the needs of the public.

Culture is also related to “Capability and teaching” – with culture in particular helping to drive peoples interests in engaging in this resource.