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Sustainable fisheries are vital for nutrition, economies, and ocean ecosystems. The National Academies provide science-based recommendations on stock assessment, habitat protection, and management practices that promote resilient fisheries.
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Priorities for Sustainable and Responsible Development of Offshore Renewable Energy on the West Coast Outlined in New Report
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The waters of the U.S. West Coast are well-suited for renewable energy projects but already support maritime activities central to regional economies, food systems, and public safety. A new National Academies report offers recommendations to help inform offshore renewable energy development while mitigating negative impacts on coastal communities and industries.
New Report Provides Forecast for the Next Decade of Ocean Science
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Investing in ocean research, infrastructure, and the ocean studies workforce is needed to understand how a changing ocean will affect national security, the health of fisheries, and extreme weather events over the next decade.
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