Program areas at CMSF
Marine resource protection - through collaborative partnerships cmsf identifies and implements cutting-edge technologies focused on protecting Marine species. Cmsf also coordinates ongoing California efforts to promote sustainable shipping by reducing the risk of ship-strikes on endangered whales through the protecting blue whales and blue skies program.
Science communication and outreach - cmsf works with state, federal, and ngo partners to provide critical engagement for important stakeholder groups throughout California. We deliver clear conservation and science outreach and are at the forefront of evaluating and improving educational tools and methods.
Water quality protection - cmsf provides technical expertise in the development of monitoring, messaging, and relationship building required to protect California's watersheds. Through work with coastal cities, non-profit organizations, and rural communities, cmsf provides vital data to resource managers focused on improving water quality in creeks, rivers, and storm drains. Cmsf also works to lessen the impact of runoff from agricultural production. Runoff can contain nutrients, pesticides, and plastics that ultimately enter streams, rivers, and the ocean. Our work is solution-oriented, founded in strong science, and close relationships with researchers, technical service providers, and growers.
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