The survey asks about opinions on marine management activities, and preferences for future management -- including as a potential source of energy -- and includes an online mapping activity, allowing those who take the survey to indicate places on the coast that are important to them, and to recommend management changes to specific areas.
The goal of the survey is to reach a broad set of adult Oregon residents who have lived in Oregon for 1+ years.
This project is funded by Oregon Sea Grant and findings will be shared in a final report to managers, researchers, and the public. All responses will be anonymous and only summaries of findings will be shared.
Oregon Wave Energy Trust, which has been spreading the word about the survey, is a nonprofit, public-private partnership that is helping to responsibly develop ocean energy by connecting stakeholders, supporting research and development, and engaging in public outreach and policy work.
OWET works with a wide range of stakeholders including: fishing and environmental groups, utilities, industry, government and interested citizens.
With 300 miles of coastline characterized by powerful waves and steady and constant winds, a robust electrical transmission system close to coastal communities, transportation and port infrastructure, experienced and established manufacturing and supply chain, supportive policies and leading research institutions, Oregon is uniquely positioned to be North America’s leader in ocean energy.
Paul Manson, a PhD student researcher at Portland State University, can be reached at mansonp@pdx.edu. You may also contact the project’s principal investigator, Dr. Elise Granek at graneke@pdx.edu.
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