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The Coastal Institute actively collaborates with a number of Partners.

Partners of the Coastal Institute

The Environmental Data Center, University of Rhode Island -- A geospatial data processing laboratory specializing in GIS data analysis, mapping, and information distribution.

The Rhode Island Natural History Survey -- Representing the scientific community studying and conserving the region's biodiversity.

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management -- Providing science-based management of Rhode Island's environmental resources.

The Coastal Resources Center, University of Rhode Island -- Promoting stewardship and management in the world's coastal ecosystems.

Rhode Island Sea Grant -- Conducting research, training, and public outreach on priority issues of importance to the marine environment.

Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve -- A research and conservation reserve on Prudence Island and adjacent waters.

RI Agricultural Experiment Station -- Using science and research to promote sustainable use of the environment.

Narragansett Bay Estuary Program -- Promoting science and management of Narragansett Bay and its watershed.

Save the Bay -- RI's largest public advocacy organization for the Narragansett Bay and its watershed.

RI Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation -- Stewards for coastal health and access.

The Metcalf Institute for Marine and Environmental Reporting -- To promote clear and accurate reporting of scientific news and environmental issues.

The Slater Center for Marine and Environmental Technologies -- To catalyze the creation of new technology companies, to support their early stage development, and to help them to access institutional capital for future growth.

The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation -- To promote and encourage the preservation, expansion, and sound development of new and existing industry, business, commerce, agriculture, tourism, and recreational facilities in the state.