Annual Public Policy Forum a Success
Filed under: Action,News & Resources,Policy

Photo by Will Ramos
Ocean Leadership hosted its Annual Public Policy Forum at the brand new Capitol Visitor Center on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on Thursday, March 5th. More than 120 people participated in the day long meeting. A reception followed at the Dirksen Senate Building.
The forum was delighted to have Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Congressman Brian Baird (D-WA) speak about the need for more research and money in ocean science and praise the attendees for their continued hard work. The meeting featured panels and presentations by representatives from Federal Agencies, Congress, and the ocean science community. The forum discussed national issues of importance to the ocean community, focusing on ocean energy, ocean effects on climate change and human health, and enhancing energy security.
Photos | Agenda (including presenters’ slideshows)

