Coastal Sustainability
Coastal Sustainability Program
The Coastal Sustainability Program was established in 2005. The goal of the the program is to conduct scientific investigation into coastal issues in the Pontchartrain Basin to inform advocacy for coastal restoration initiatives, to ensure the sustainability of coastal ecosystems for future generations. The guiding principles of the program are the Multiple Lines of Defense Strategy and the Comprehensive Habitat Management Plan.
Visit Our Coast to learn more about the program!
Meet the Staff!!!!
Dr. John Lopez - Director
Dr. Michael Hopkins - Assistant Director
David Baker, B. S. - Botanist
Shelby Barrett, M.S. - Coastal Scientist
Dr. Eva Hillmann - Coastal Scientist
Dr. Mary Grace Lemon - Coastal Scientist
Tasia Denapolis - Fisheries Biologist
Adam Songy, B.S. - GIS Specialist
Cameron Field - Tree Nursery Program Developer and Volunteer Coordinator: AmeriCorps
Daniel Wiet - Coastal Data Sharing Program Developer and Technology Coordinator: AmeriCorps