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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

Faces of Ocean Planning: Lobsterman Richard Nelson

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Faces of Ocean Planning: Lobsterman Richard Nelson

29th April

From his view aboard the FV Pescadero, lobsterman Richard Nelson has witnessed a lot of change along the coastline of Friendship, Maine, over the last 30-plus years.… Read the rest

Faces of Ocean Planning: Rebecca Clark Uchenna of the Island Institute

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Faces of Ocean Planning: Rebecca Clark Uchenna of the Island Institute

8th February

“Island life” is pretty unique. For some islanders, day-to-day life means relying on ferries to the mainland to go to work or buy groceries and other household goods.… 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.

October 20, 2015: Northeast Regional Planning Body Stakeholder Forum

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22nd July

The next Northeast Regional Planning Body Stakeholder Forum will take place on October 20, 2015, at the University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH, from 9 a.m.… Read the rest

Northeast Regional Planning Body dives into development of ocean management plan

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17th June

The public meeting of the Northeast Regional Planning Body galvanized excitement and made progress in development of an ocean management plan, a draft of which is due January 2016

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
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    Northeast Ocean Plan Receives Official Stamp of Approval
    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
    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
    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...