Coastal Planning and Siting

Developing spatial products and services to support aquaculture siting and coastal management

Environmental Interactions

Conducting research to understand the interactions between aquaculture and the surrounding environment

Ecosystem Services

Exploring how aquaculture can grow waterfront communities, improve ecosystem health and provide a sustainable seafood supply

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Aquaculture Opportunity

Atlases for the U.S. Gulf of Mexico and the Southern California Bight

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Aquaculture Opportunity Areas will expand economic opportunities in coastal and rural areas, and increase seafood security.

Shellfish Aquaculture Planning & Siting

Shellfish/Algae Planning and Siting

Finfish Aquaculture Planning & Siting

Finfish Planning and Siting

Environmental Interactions

Environmental Interactions

Environmental Modeling

Environmental
Modeling

Featured Tools

  • OceanReports - Draw a custom area anywhere in U.S. waters or pick from a predefined list of locations to get instant custom reports. Reports include descriptive infographics and supporting data that can be used for offshore planning, permitting, environmental review, public relations, and more.
  • National AquaMapper - This easy-to-use map viewer allows coastal managers and aquaculture farmers to visualize many of the necessary considerations needed for proper siting and permitting in the United States.
  • Coastal Aquaculture Planning Portal (CAPP) - The Coastal Aquaculture Planning Portal (CAPP) is a toolbox of coastal planning resources designed to assist coastal managers, planners, and industry with sustainable aquaculture development.

CASS Story Map

Our mission is to provide tools and services for coastal managers empowering them to maintain healthy, resilient ecosystems while supporting aquaculture development in the coastal zone. Visit our Story Map to learn more.
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