All American Marine to Build Research Vessel for Cal Poly Humboldt
;s North Coast, and this was a key consideration when we chose them as our builder. Upon completion, this vessel will become the centerpiece of our academic fleet, supporting our marine research and teaching efforts for decades to come, ” said Eric Riggs, Dean, Cal Poly Humboldt College of Natural Resources & Sciences.The propulsion package includes 2x fixed pitch propellers powered by twin MAN D2862LE438 EPA Tier 4 engines, including a diesel particulate filter (DPF). These engines, rated at 1,182 bhp at 2,100 RPM, are designed to meet current, stringent California requirements. Onboard the
CalWave to Provide Wave Energy Tech for British Columbia Project
their land, rebuild their community, and harness the energetic North Pacific waves to help power their new microgrid and establish energy independence.The Indigenous-led project is so far funded by a grant from TD Bank Group and the Clean Energy in Rural and Remote Communities Program within Natural Resources Canada.It comprises a consortium of other partners based across Canada, including the Pacific Research Institute for Marine Energy Discovery (PRIMED) at the University of Victoria, Barkley Project Group, Canpac Marine Services, and Environmental Dynamics.“This village was a trade hub
US Awards $6.7 Million for Sea Level Rise and Coastal Resilience Research
, Irvine and University of Miami received nearly $500,000 to evaluate how nature-based solutions can empower more equitable flood risk management in Los Angeles County, California.(IRA-funded) George Mason University, The Nature Conservancy, Resources for the Future and Maryland Department of Natural Resources received nearly $500,000 to evaluate flood mitigation designs under future climate scenarios to inform restoration efforts in the Chesapeake Bay region.University of Texas at Arlington and University of Arkansas received nearly $500,000 to evaluate how different shoreline adaptation actions
NOAA to Award $28 Million to Tackle Marine Debris
associated with marine debris requires coordination and collaboration with partners across the country, and we are excited to advance projects that support partnerships and solutions.”“These funding opportunities will support transformational projects that benefit our public trust natural resources and the ecosystem services that they provide,” said Nancy Wallace, director of the NOAA Marine Debris Program. “This funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will allow us to address the marine debris that is most challenging to remove and damaging to our waterways, ocean
Hybrid Research Vessel Delivered to University of Vermont
laboratory, enabling advanced research operations and hands-on educational programs.Designed by Chartwell Marine and built in collaboration with UVM and Chartwell, the 64-foot research catamaran has been crafted to fulfill the functions outlined by UVM’s Rubenstein School of Environment & Natural Resources. These functions include low emissions, low fuel burn rates, a stable and safe platform for research, high maneuverability, and the ability to tow trawls sleds, and plankton nets. The vessel will also facilitate the launch and recovery of scientific equipment, small remotely operated vehicles
US Announces $575 Million for Coastal Climate Resilience
efforts.The Implementation of Resilience and Adaptation Actions fund is designed to support regionally significant actions such as:Acquiring vulnerable land.Building natural infrastructure.Improving public infrastructure’s resilience.Strengthening or protecting public access to coastal natural resources.Building regional capacity for ongoing actions that increase resilience.Planning and preparing for community-led relocation.Updating state and local codes and policies.“The Challenge provides an unprecedented opportunity to work hand-in-hand with communities to develop tailored solutions
Canada: Tidal Energy Firm Says Enters Bankruptcy as Regulatory Hurdles Derail Planned Project
energy ambitions, demonstrating that the immense tidal energy resource - "containing four times the combined flow of every freshwater river in the world – can be effectively utilised, delivering up to 2500MW of clean and predictable energy."Significant grant support was provided by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and the project at Grand Passage was delivered under a license provided by the Province of Nova Scotia. An authorization to operate a single platform during daylight hours only was provide by DFO. Sustainable Marine planned to leverage the learning gained from the extensive testing
Discovery: Historic Shipwreck Found in Lake Huron
of the Great Lakes for over a century, the 191-ft. Ironton rests upright with its three masts still standing."Using this cutting-edge technology, we have not only located a pristine shipwreck lost for over a century, we are also learning more about one of our nation's most important natural resources—the Great Lakes. This research will help protect Lake Huron and its rich history," said Jeff Gray, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary superintendent.Location of NOAA’s Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Lake Huron. Image Credit: NOAA Thunder Bay National Marine SanctuaryThe
Canada Says 'Rigorous' Regulations Needed for Subsea Mining
The Canadian government said on Thursday it would not allow mining in its domestic ocean seabeds without a "rigorous regulatory structure" and that the need for natural resources does not override Ottawa's environmental commitments.Sea floor nodules contain critical minerals used in batteries that are needed to fuel the world's transition to clean energy, but trawling the sea floor for them could disrupt ecosystems."Canada does not presently have a domestic legal framework that would permit seabed mining and, in the absence of a rigorous regulatory structure, will not authorize
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