Tag: Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning


Wendy Lull of the Seacoast Science Center: Transform efforts of a few into a collective effort to magnify the prospect of success

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7th August

Welcome to the first installation of Faces of Ocean Planning, where we'll take you behind the scenes to showcase people and organizations who use the ocean in a variety of ways. Everyone is a stakeholder when it comes to maintaining collaborative use of this important resource. Up first: Wendy Lull of the Seacoast Science Center.

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.


Connecticut General Assembly Passes the “Blue Plan” Bill

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8th June

Sunset over Cashes Ledge Hartford, Conn. – On the evening of May 28th, members of the Connecticut Senate unanimously passed Bill No. 6839, historic legislation that will usher in the creation and implementation of a “Blue Plan” for the Long Island Sound.… Read the rest

National Oceans Month 2015

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1st June

The following was released by the White House:   Presidential Proclamation– National Oceans Month, 2015   NATIONAL OCEANS MONTH, 2015 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION This summer, millions of Americans will take in the beauty and natural splendor of our oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes. … Read the rest

The White House Highlights the National Ocean Policy

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31st March

This post was originally featured by the Healthy Oceans Coalition.  Today the White House’s National Ocean Council released its Report on the Implementation of the National Ocean Policy.… Read the rest

Help Shape the Future of New England’s Ocean and Coastal Economy

Posted by Robin Just in Latest Updates, Regional Ocean Planning, Uncategorized. Comments Off on Help Shape the Future of New England’s Ocean and Coastal Economy

20th May

Do you want to help shape the future of New England’s ocean and our coastal economy? New England leads the nation in regional ocean planning and now is the time for your thoughts on healthy oceans and coasts to be heard.… Read the rest

Support the National Ocean Policy at the Blue Vision Summit

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7th May

Some of our NEOAN members will be participating in next week’s Blue Vision Summit in Washington DC. Wednesday is Healthy Ocean Hill day, when participants will be asking Congress to support full implementation of The National Ocean Policy, since it is crucial to the health of both the nation’s environment and its economy.… Read the rest

New England’s Regional Planning Body is Making Progress

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18th April

Originally posted on OpenChannels Monday, April 15, 2013 – 9:20pm By Sean Cosgrove, Conservation Law Foundation, [email protected]   Those of us who have been watching the regional ocean planning process in New England evolve were happy to see the progress made at the second Northeast Regional Planning Body meeting last week.… Read the rest

Rhode Island Sea Grant – Video of Opportunities and Challenges in America’s Ocean Economy

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5th October

In Rhode Island and beyond, coastal communities are working on plans to manage the ocean’s resources to generate new industries, support job creation, and provide food and services to an ever-increasing population.… 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...