Marine and Aquatic Sciences Policy and Economics

Marine and Aquatic Sciences Policy and Economics is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the social and economic consequences of the management of marine and aquatic resources. Decision makers, policy experts, and stakeholders use this field to identify the impacts of policy decisions, guide policy formulation, and inform decisions about marine and aquatic resources. Additionally, Marine and Aquatic Sciences Policy and Economics strive to help create resilient and sustainable coastal and marine environments by integrating the principles of economics and the environment, while providing a platform to generate socially equitable solutions. The field has the potential to help tackle pressing issues such as climate change, ocean acidification, overfishing, and coastal development.