Coastal Communities and Economies
Help coastal communities and economies understand and prepare for ocean and coastal changes.
Adapting to Change in the Mid-Atlantic Ocean Economy
The Mid-Atlantic ocean provides commercially, recreationally, and ecologically important resources that support the region's coastal economies and communities. Coastal states in the region are seeking to understand observed changes in the ocean's environment and industries impact the region's coastal and ocean communities and economies, so they can better adapt.
Project Highlights
Mapping trends in ocean species shifts (fish, avian, marine mammals) based on changes in biological, chemical, and physical conditions.
By collecting and disseminating data on our Mid-Atlantic Ocean Data Portal, MARCO is working to present understandable material for public use in the Mid-Atlantic and is also coordinating with partners to ensure that the latest research and information are available.
MARCO MyCoast
MARCO has a regional MyCoast page that is helping characterize recreational activity in the region through voluntary community science reporting.
