The Blue Carbon Ecosystem Data and Model Assessment Report is now available. This report is a helpful resource for anyone working on developing models or inventories for blue carbon ecosystems, and it guides investment decisions in these vital areas. This […]
Categories: Report Release, Strategic Goal 1: Climate Change
Plastic pollution is a serious threat to our coast and oceans, but it’s a challenge we can overcome with collective action and dedicated efforts. This #PlasticFreeJuly, the California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) invites you to join us in our mission […]
Categories: Event, Marine Pollution, Outreach and Education, Plastic Pollution, Strategic Goal 3: Biodiversity
The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) is pleased to announce the draft Revised 2024 Proposition 68 Grant Guidelines for public review and comment. These revised guidelines are intended to reflect OPC’s commitment to increase equitable access to OPC funds by […]
Categories: Funding Opportunities and Updates, Public Comment Opportunity
The Ocean Protection Council will hold a hybrid public meeting via teleconference and in a public forum at 1 p.m. on Monday, December 9, 2024. The agenda and registration link is anticipated to be available on this page on November […]
Categories: OPC Meetings
The Ocean Protection Council will hold a hybrid public meeting via teleconference and in a public forum at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. The agenda and registration link is anticipated to be available on this page on August […]
Categories: OPC Meetings
The Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program (SB 1 Grant Program) Track 1 proposals are accepted on a rolling, quarterly, non-competitive basis. The next submission deadline is Friday, June 28, 2024 for consideration at the September […]
Categories: Funding Opportunities and Updates, Sea-Level Rise, Strategic Goal 1: Climate Change
By Conner Smith, California Sea Grant State Fellow The lead up to World Oceans Day on June 8, 2024 is often a time for big announcements in ocean stewardship. This year was no different. The Biden administration kicked off Oceans Week, […]
Categories: 30x30, Climate Change, Marine Protected Areas, Strategic Goal 1: Climate Change, Strategic Goal 2: Equity, Strategic Goal 3: Biodiversity, Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Ecosystems, Tribal Engagement
Share your feedback on the draft 30×30 Decision-Making Framework for Coastal Waters! OPC is proud to lead the state’s efforts to conserve 30% of coastal waters by 2030. This past June 4 Council meeting, OPC announced the draft Decision-Making […]
Categories: 30x30, Marine Protected Areas, Other Public Meetings, Public Comment Opportunity, Strategic Goal 3: Biodiversity, Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Ecosystems
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For media inquiries, please contact: Jenn Eckerle, OPC Executive Director:Jenn.Eckerle@resources.ca.gov Ocean Protection Council adopts updated guidance to help California prepare for and adapt to rising seas Called the “State of California Sea Level Rise Guidance: 2024 Science […]
Categories: Climate Change, Press Releases, Report Release, Sea-Level Rise, Strategic Goal 1: Climate Change
The Ocean Protection Council (OPC) is thrilled to announce the members of the inaugural Environmental Justice Advisory Board (EJ Advisory Board) for California’s Coast and Ocean, who will help advise the State by providing valuable equity-focused insights and perspectives to […]
Categories: Equity and Environmental Justice, Strategic Goal 2: Equity