Ocean & Coastal Management
The health of our ocean and its resources are in decline and a new era of integrated, science-based management is needed. Marine ecosystems are extremely diverse, ranging in both latitude and depth. Resource managers must consider human activities, benefits and impacts within a broad biological and physical environment. Interdisciplinary research can provide the information needed to balance competing uses of the marine environment.
Policy Documents
07/28/09: Comments to CEQ Ocean Policy Task Force concerning Oceans and Human Health Priorities
02/10/09: Letter encouraging conferees of the Ocean Leadership Stimulus Conference to further invest in relevant federal agencies in accordance with H.R. 1: the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Other Policy Documents
The National Academies, 2009
- Highlights of the National Academies Reports on Oceans and Human Health
The National Academies, 2009
- Highlights of the National Academies Reports on Coastal Hazards
Marine Ecosystems and Fisheries
The National Academies, 2009
- Highlights of the National Academies Reports on Marine Ecosystems and Fisheries
Innovation at the Regional Fishery Management Councils
Nicholas Institute, 2009
- A compilation of practices from the Fisheries Leadership & Sustainability Forum
