Blue Economy and Regional Partnerships Briefing Book

Overview

As coastal states face increasing pressure from climate change, rapid coastal development, gentrification on waterfronts, and shifting global markets, the Blue Economy presents a timely opportunity to drive sustainable economic development while preserving critical marine and coastal ecosystems. This Briefing Book provides an overview of the Blue Economy, policy options for state lawmakers, and strategies being used in three key regions to boost collaboration and outcomes: New England, the Gulf Coast, and the West Coast. The Briefing Book also offers considerations for how state policymakers can not only support this growing sector and our working waterfronts, but also how states can collaborate through regional partnerships, multilevel governance, and innovative financing.