Research
The Center for the Blue Economy (CBE) conducts research to help policymakers, businesses, and non-governmental organizations sustainably manage the world’s oceans and coasts.
The CBE has taken ownership of the National Ocean Economics Program (NOEP), which is the premier think tank for ocean and coastal economic data and analysis. In addition to maintaining and expanding the scope of NOEP, research topics currently being investigated by CBE faculty include:
- Building coastal community resiliency
- Creating an international network of economic incentive systems for marine preservation
- Impacts of once-through cooling systems in power plants on coastal ecosystems
- Private conservation of marine habitats
- Public-private partnerships for sustainable coastal tourism
- Mangrove valuation and preservation in Latin America
- The potential for “blue carbon” as a source of carbon offsets
The CBE also supports student research through Research Assistant (RA) positions, which vary depending on funding and faculty availability. Students interested in RA positions are encouraged to approach CBE faculty for more information regarding potential opportunities.
CBE Newsletter
Center for the Blue Economy Celebrates Its First Year
The Monterey Institute’s marine policy research hub, the Center for the Blue Economy, celebrated its first year in operation with an April 12 reception in Monterey. More »
