Sentences with phrase «ocean policy»

This is an easy way to get involved and builds awareness about the importance of the National Ocean Policy in helping protect our ocean, waves and beaches for the future.

He reported the new estimate at the 23 July meeting of the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy in Boston.

So putting strong ocean policies in place is merely the first step, and we hope that more and more nations will take this step alongside Barbuda.

Building an ocean majority in Congress means electing MORE ocean champions to defend against attacks on our ocean and environment, and lead the way to pass healthy ocean policy.

In June 2006, Chairwoman Mikulski received the Joint Ocean Commission Initiative's (JOCI) report, «From Sea to Shining Sea: Priorities for Ocean Policy Reform,» which recommended robust funding for ocean research, education, observation and exploration.

White House environmental and ocean officials will meet on Monday in New Orleans as part of the Gulf Coast Regional Ocean Policy Task Force.

As we like to say, great ocean policy starts with great ocean champions in Congress.

In panel discussions and 12 - minute, TED - like talks, the participants will cover more than two dozen success stories, including the conservation of orchids, Mongolian horses, and maned wolves, as well as efforts to develop stronger ocean policies, productive kelp farms, and more constructive human behavior.

«From his leadership in passing the National Endowment for the Oceans to his Chairmanship of the bipartisan Senate Ocean Caucus, Senator Whitehouse is a leader who works across the aisle to shape the future of ocean policy.»

Great ocean policy starts with those champions in Congress.

Current Congressman Frank Guinta (R - NH) has shown himself to be a rubber stamp for the oil industry and big polluters, and has voted to block important fish conservation programs and sensible ocean policies.

This article was originally published with the title «Hydrothermal Vents Ocean Policy Ancient Greeks»

In September, it released a draft National Ocean Policy emphasizing protection of the oceans and recommended that a new National Ocean Council (NOC) be formed to implement the policy and improve planning.

Thus IOI remains committed to a vision of globally integrated and fair international ocean policy and governance, anchored in the principle of UNCLOS and the emerging imperatives of the Blue Economy — namely the integrated economic, social and environmental aspects of coastal and ocean services.

A 2004 report by the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy found that statewide science standards typically don't call for using marine life to meet science requirements.

It does three main things — get good people elected, help develop sound ocean policy, and, what I think is the most fun (but that's just me), they go after «Ocean Enemies.»

Every time you write or talk to a politician ask them when they're going to implement the recommendations of the Presidential Commission on Oceans Policy chaired by former CNO Admiral Watkins.

Shiva Polefka is a Policy Analyst for the Center's Ocean Policy program.

Across diverse projects, Meridian brings people together to address complex ocean policy challenges and find culturally and economically viable solutions that safeguard the longevity of our ocean environments and the communities that depend upon them.

We also coordinate and represent diverse ocean and coastal interests to build coalitions, develop policy recommendations, bridge the divide between ocean stakeholders and government agencies, defend ocean policies and funding, and provide visibility to ocean issues.

That is why working at Ocean Champions interests me — it is an organization that realizes this and works within the politics of ocean conservation to advance ocean policy, and protect the resource we love and depend on, our ocean.

Even in this tough political climate, we couldn't be more proud of these champions in Congress who are working to pass good ocean policy and defending hard fought ocean victories.

Ocean champions in Congress, their staff, new and old friends in the ocean community and beyond gathered to mingle and discuss the current state of play on Capitol Hill, and strategies on moving ocean policy forward while continuing to play defense of hard fought ocean victories.

Ocean Champions Endorses Congressman Chaka Fattah (D - PA) Philadelphia Representative Supports Important Ocean Policies Washington, D.C. — August 21, 2012 — Ocean Champions, which works to build political power for the oceans by helping to elect pro-ocean candidates to the U.S. Congress, proudly endorses Congressman Chaka...

I'm proud to have earned the support of Ocean Champions; they are on the front lines, leading the battle for sensible, sustainable ocean policy.»

As we like to say, great ocean policy begins with great ocean champions in Congress, like Congressman Crowley.

«As Ranking Member on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Science and Justice, Congressman Fattah has played a major role in enabling healthy ocean policies,» said David Wilmot, Ph.D., Ocean Champions» President and Co - Founder.

The Ocean Champions New Wave Ocean Leaders Series, brings together elected officials and emerging leaders to discuss the future of ocean policy and politics and raises money to send more ocean champions to Congress to protect our oceans.

Capitola, CA — May 19, 2016 — Environmental Media Association (EMA) will convene leading experts on ocean policy and politics for their third Speaker Series on Thursday, May 26 at The Herb Alpert Education Village at New Roads School in Santa Monica at 6:30, pm, «How Political Hardball Can Save Our Oceans and Coasts».

The IASOS has over 60 researchers from glaciology to biology and oceans policy, as well as the same number of students who are doing postgraduate courses, masters, or PhDs.

«This kind of precautionary approach achieves a balance of economic interests and conservation benefits,» said Sarah Reiter, a co-author and former early career law and policy fellow at the Center for Ocean Solutions who now works as an ocean policy analyst at the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

In a report released 14 December, the Ocean Policy Task Force sketched out how nine new regional organizations would create master plans for federal waters by drawing on a massive database of scientific information.

(Most of the other threats to ocean ecosystems have been well characterized by scientists and policy studies such as the Pew Oceans Commission and U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy.

Eric Schwaab says the partnership is producing the kind of benefits laid out in President Obama's National Ocean Policy.

International Conservation and Development, Ocean Policy, Fisheries Management, Marine Protected Areas Management, Community - Based Management

National Ocean Policy and Regional Ocean Partnerships - On July 19, 2010, President Obama issued an executive order, establishing the first comprehensive National Ocean Policy for the United States (Executive Order 13547).

How Political Hardball Can Save Our Oceans and Coasts Politics and Grassroots Do Mix Capitola, CA — May 19, 2016 — Environmental Media Association (EMA) will convene leading experts on ocean policy and politics for their third Speaker Series on Thursday, May 26 at The...

This article explains what the National Ocean Policy is, how it builds upon and is distinguished from past ocean governance laws, and what the NOP will need to succeed in effectively managing our coastal resources and preserving the value of our coasts, including the recreational and ecological services it provides.

National Ocean Policy Law Review Article - In 2012, the Ocean & Coastal Law Journal from Maine Law School published an article by Surfrider Foundation's Legal Director, entitled «The U.S. National Ocean Policy: One Small Step for National Waters, but Will It Be the Giant Leap Needed for Our Blue Planet?»

She also supports a National Ocean Policy and recently sponsored H.R. 5821, to promote coral reef research, and cosponsored H.R. 1456, to end shark finning.

Georgienne and Anna - Marie's deep professional backgrounds in communication, ocean policy, and community engagement will be very beneficial as we embark on the 2016 elections.»

Ocean Champions Endorses Congressman Mike Honda (D - CA - 17) He stands up for strong environmental and ocean policies and robust funding for both Washington, D.C. — April 24, 2014 — Ocean Champions, which works to build political power for the oceans by helping to re-elect pro-ocean candidates...

Despite what you hear about the current political climate, ocean policy is moving forward on Capitol Hill — with bipartisan support.

Rep. Runyan has been an outspoken opponent of the National Ocean Policy and repeatedly attempted to weaken provisions of the law aimed at ending overfishing.

Congressman Saxton supported strong ocean conservation policies and was the lead sponsor of the 2000 Oceans Act that created the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy.