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The Comment Period is Over . . . So, What’s Next for the Northeast Ocean Plan?

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The Comment Period is Over . . . So, What’s Next for the Northeast Ocean Plan?

8th August

In a recent regionwide poll conducted by Edge Research, 66 percent of New Englanders support the implementation of a regional ocean plan. Just 54 percent felt the ocean was in good health – a lukewarm response, at best.… Read the rest


Entire Northeast Congressional Delegation Supports Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Efforts

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Entire Northeast Congressional Delegation Supports Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Efforts

15th July

On Thursday, July 14, the Northeast Congressional delegation once again lent their avid support for regional ocean planning – and this time, in a very big way.… Read the rest


Public Meetings on the Northeast Regional Ocean Spark Diverse and Productive Dialogue

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Public Meetings on the Northeast Regional Ocean Spark Diverse and Productive Dialogue

29th June

The public meetings in New England surrounding the Northeast Regional Ocean Plan thus far have enjoyed robust attendance, but questions remain. On May 25, the Northeast Regional Planning Body released the nation’s first draft regional ocean plan, kicking off a 60-day comment period for New England, with nine public meetings scheduled from Connecticut to Maine throughout the month of June.… Read the rest


May 25: Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Draft Release and Webinar

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4th May

The Northeast Regional Planning Body will host a webinar from 12-2pm on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, to present the much-anticipated Northeast Regional Ocean Plan draft!   The purpose of the webinar will be to: –Announce the availability of the draft Northeast regional ocean plan.… Read the rest

Detangling the Risks of Fishing Line for Right Whales

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Detangling the Risks of Fishing Line for Right Whales

16th March

We have many reasons to appreciate the role of modern technology in today’s fisheries. Electronics, equipment upgrades, and other technological advances have led to more efficient, effective, and economical fisheries.… Read the rest


After Successful Fall Meeting, the Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Enters the Final Stretch

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After Successful Fall Meeting, the Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Enters the Final Stretch

1st December

The North Atlantic is renowned for its incredible beauty, access to iconic keystone species, and rich maritime history. But today, New England’s coasts and ocean are busier than ever, with more stakeholders and a more diverse complexity of interests than ever before.… Read the rest


Richard Delaney: ‘Research in action’ helps drive ocean management

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Richard Delaney: ‘Research in action’ helps drive ocean management

27th October

Rich Delaney knows that in order to protect coastal environments, marine mammals, and ecosystems, you must first understand them: What are the unique needs of these places and the animals that depend on them, and what is the best way to protect them?… Read the rest


First “Ecosystems-Based Management” Working Group Meeting Takes Birds-eye Approach

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First “Ecosystems-Based Management” Working Group Meeting Takes Birds-eye Approach

14th October

Since its creation in 2012, the Northeast Regional Planning Body (RPB) has led the nation in regional ocean planning, with New England’s draft ocean plan due out March 2016.… Read the rest


Mary Horrigan at New England Science and Sailing: Providing opportunities to create a connection with the ocean

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24th August

Mary Horrigan, program director at New England Science and Sailing, gave us a tour of the facility, which provides year-round programming for children, youth, and adults to promote ocean literacy

The National Ocean Policy at 5 Years: Ocean Planning 101

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The National Ocean Policy at 5 Years: Ocean Planning 101

23rd July

Ocean planning is a hot topic here at CLF, and, while we have been plugged into the process in New England for a few years, newbies understandably find that the term “ocean planning” can, for lack of a better term, confuse more than clarify. For those passionate about the health of our oceans (you, I bet!) but confused about what ocean planning means for New England, consider this post your “Ocean Planning 101” crash course.



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Faces of Ocean Planning: Cape Cod’s Self-Reliance
The nonprofit’s renewable energy goals are likely to be bolstered by the implementation of the Northeast Regional Ocean Plan. For more than 35 years, Self-Reliance...
The Comment Period is Over . . . So, What’s Next for the Northeast Ocean Plan?
In a recent regionwide poll conducted by Edge Research, 66 percent of New Englanders support the implementation of a regional ocean plan. Just 54 percent...
Entire Northeast Congressional Delegation Supports Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Efforts
On Thursday, July 14, the Northeast Congressional delegation once again lent their avid support for regional ocean planning – and this time, in a...