Ocean and Coastal Futures (OCF)’s Post

Are you managing infrastructure or proposing development along the coast in Tasmania? If so, the proposed Validation (State Coastal Policy) Bill 2024 should be of interest. Sarah Wilson and Anthony Spence SC explore the impact of the proposed Bill on development assessment in Tasmania.

Termites are present throughout Australia, with every region experiencing some level of activity, ranging from negligible to very high. The vast majority of mainland Australia experiences moderate, high to very high levels of termite activity. Areas close to Melbourne encounter very low to low activity levels, while Tasmania has negligible termite activity. #termimesh #termites #termiteprotection #termitehazardmap

Keep your home safe from wildfires. Check the list! . www.santiamrecovery.org . #santiamcanyon #wildfirerecovery #santiamcanyonlongtermrecoverygroup #ltrg #canyonstrong #resources #resourcesharing

Exciting news for Connecticut's renewable energy sector! Our Vineyard Wind 2 project will bring a wave of benefits to the region, including union jobs, business partnerships, and support for local fisheries. This marks a significant step towards a more sustainable future, creating opportunities for economic growth and environmental stewardship. By prioritizing collaboration with unions, fostering local business partnerships, and committing to fisheries support, Vineyard Offshore is not only advancing our region's clean energy agenda but also investing in the communities we serve. This holistic approach to development sets a positive example for the industry and demonstrates the power of responsible renewable energy projects. #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CommunityImpact #VineyardWind2 🌊💡🌱

Interesting read in Daily Maverick ‘Land expropriation without compensation’ really is a red herring. It has been weaponised to scare South Africans away from each other, rather than bringing us together.' Read more: https://lnkd.in/dPjnEsnr #Impact #Landreform #Agriculture #Governance #CapacityBuilding #Landreform #Land #Vumelana #Landreform #Agriculture #Land #Vumelana #stakeholders #partnership #community #communityproject #agriculture #farming #LandReform #land #government #investment #stakeholders #southafrica #environment #work #partnerships #loadshedding #safety #food #sustainableagriculture

Several communities want to dredge sand for beachfill from inlet and back-barrier sources that are protected within the Coastal Barrier Resource System. It is important to understand that federal law does not prevent those communities from taking that sand! Federal law prevents the use of federal funds to take that sand. These communities could move that sand themselves if they wished. Why do they care about the cost if federal funds are being used? Because the local communities still have to pay a small cost share. If they went offshore, that cost share would be higher. Simple as that. Many places generate funds locally to pay the full cost of protecting their own investment property. All of them could and should. Also, the idea that all of that sand is simply recycled from beach to inlet and back to the beach is scientifically inaccurate. There are excellent, decades-old studies showing significant offshore transport of beach nourishment sand from Carolina and Wrightsville in particular. #PSDS #beachnourishment https://lnkd.in/e8T2eAFP

Understanding the landholder and context of their land is crucial for any successful land access project. The best way to start is by listening and asking questions to gain a better understanding of their priorities. By doing so, we can work towards building a positive relationship and engaging with landholders effectively. #CostelloGroup #LandAccess #LandholderEngagement

Wondering why property surveying is important? Here are three reasons: 1️⃣ Defines your property boundaries 2️⃣ Ensures legal compliance 3️⃣ Helps you make informed land development decisions Don't skimp on surveying. Invest in precision with Avian Australia. PS: Follow us for more land surveying insights. #avianaustralia #landsurveying #propertydevelopment.

Slightly advanced of the Easter Weekend I know but you can't move for eggs wherever you go at the moment!! www.landsourceplc.co.uk #easter #eggs #land #landsales #landforsale #landdevelopment #landacquisition #landwanted #landandnewhomes #landplanning #planningconsent #consentedsites #landowners #landwanted #landsource #groundbroker

Tribal Wetland Program Development Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity   Fiscal Year 2024 Tribal Wetland Program Development Grants Applications are due October 1, 2024, by 11:59 PM ET. The goals of the EPA’s wetland program include increasing the quantity and quality of wetlands in the U.S. by conserving and restoring wetland acreage and improving wetland condition. In pursuing these goals, the EPA seeks to develop the capacity of all levels of government to develop and/or refine effective, comprehensive programs for wetland protection and management. In addition to developing and/or refining wetland protection and management programs, the EPA seeks to build wetland programs that incorporate climate change and environmental justice considerations. Under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) WPDGs provide Tribes and Intertribal Consortia an opportunity to develop and/or refine comprehensive Tribal wetland programs. This funding opportunity is meant to: * Develop the capacity of Tribes to increase the quantity and quality of wetlands in the U.S. by conserving and restoring wetland acreage and improving wetland condition. * Use one or more of the "Core Elements” from the Tribal, State, Territory Wetlands Program Core Element Framework to achieve this goal. (https://lnkd.in/gPjhm5N7 )   The EPA anticipates approximately $3,800,000 in federal funding to be available for assistance agreements under this announcement depending on funding availability and other applicable considerations. It is anticipated that the assistance agreements awarded under this announcement will have one to four year project periods generally starting after January 2024. The project period for assistance agreements under this announcement may be no more than five years. Following EPA policy, is soliciting applications and not proposals. Please check Section IV of the announcement for all forms that will now be required at time of application submission. A full application can be found at EPA-OW-OWOW-24-04 and Tribal Wetland Program Development Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity | US EPA. https://lnkd.in/gvKz-S3D https://lnkd.in/gET2QZHX If you have any questions please contact Myra Price at price.myra@epa.gov or WPDG-RFA@epa.gov. USEPA Myra Price #tribal #tribalwetlands #wetlands #WPDG #fundingopportunities