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This report defines categories of infrastructure that should be included in planning for the nation's ocean research infrastructure of 2030 and that are necessary for answering the major research questions of the future. The report provides advice on the criteria and processes that could be used to prioritize new ocean infrastructure or replacement of existing facilities. In addition, the report recommends ways in which the federal agencies can maximize the value of investments in ocean infrastructure.
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Critical Infrastructure for Ocean Research and Societal Needs in 2030
Consensus Study Report
·2011
The United States has jurisdiction over 3.4 million square miles of ocean in its exclusive economic zone, a size exceeding the combined land area of the 50 states. This expansive marine area represents a prime national domain for activities such as maritime transportation, national security, energy...
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