Category: Regional Ocean Planning


Northeast Ocean Plan Receives Official Stamp of Approval

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Northeast Ocean Plan Receives Official Stamp of Approval

7th December

Today marks New England’s most anticipated, and undoubtedly most catalytic milestone in ocean planning: the National Ocean Council has approved the Northeast Ocean Plan, the first of its kind in the nation!… Read the rest


History Made as the Northeast Ocean Plan is Submitted for Official Review

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History Made as the Northeast Ocean Plan is Submitted for Official Review

20th October

Yesterday, the Northeast Regional Planning Body submitted the final version of the Northeast Ocean Plan to the National Ocean Council for official review! New England is one step closer to setting an historic precedent, continuing its long tradition of being an innovative national leader in ocean management.… Read the rest


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



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Northeast Ocean Plan Receives Official Stamp of Approval
Today marks New England’s most anticipated, and undoubtedly most catalytic milestone in ocean planning: the National Ocean Council has approved the Northeast Ocean Plan,...
History Made as the Northeast Ocean Plan is Submitted for Official Review
Yesterday, the Northeast Regional Planning Body submitted the final version of the Northeast Ocean Plan to the National Ocean Council for official review! New...
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...