California Ocean Science Trust

Projects and initiatives continuing and completed during this period include developing a report card science-based Ocean and coast report card that supports tracking of Ocean conditions and guides future statewide monitoring and data collection efforts in collaboration with state partners, other ngos, and scientists; convening a 30x30 working group to develop recommendations to advance coastal milestones; the public release of the updated sea level rise guidance report; advancing science-based pathways for multi-benefit seaweed farming; elevating awareness and understanding of ocean-based cdr among California's lawmakers; launching development of scientifically rigorous recommendations regarding wind energy siting, and an environmental monitoring and evaluation framework, and synthesizing scientific information about biodiversity impacts and potential protection measures; and continuing our work to explore dynamic fishery permitting alternatives on a state and federal level.