Presentation Abstract
Successful recovery of the Salish Sea requires collaboration between scientists (both biophysical and social) and policy/decision makers. Without this relationship we find ourselves with scientific research that is not relevant to decision making and decisions made without a strong scientific foundation, and without the support of the science community. While there is a great deal of good scientific work currently available to enhance ecosystem recovery decision-making, many of the questions that decision makers currently face require further investigation to address critical uncertainties, or at minimum, collection of data through environmental monitoring or social surveys to fill important gaps. However, it is critical that science does not impede early ecosystem-scale recovery actions; we do have sufficient knowledge to take action. In this panel session we will discuss the relationships between science and policy communities in ecosystem recovery efforts in the Salish Sea, including the science foundation for early action and the science and policy knowledge gaps for recovery at the scale of the Salish Sea. Panel members will include both US and Canadian professionals involved in the science and policy of ecosystem-based management for the Salish Sea. Panelists will consider and discuss such topics as:• An overview of Salish Sea status and trends and what they are really telling us and how should the status and trends influence policy and science• Examples of successes and challenges in science/policy collaboration. • Social constructs and behaviors needed for successful ecosystem recovery• Identified opportunities, specific approaches, and current challenges for science to more effectively inform policy decision-making. Panelists:Katharine Wellman –Moderator, Vice Chair Puget Sound Partnership Science Panel John Stein, Chair Puget Sound Partnership Science Panel Joel Baker, Puget Sound Institute, University of Washington Angela Bonifaci, US Environmental Protection Agency Tracy Collier, Puget Sound Partnership Thomas Leschine, School of Marine and Environmental Affairs, University of WashingtonIan Perry, Department of Fish and Oceans, Canada Terre Satterfield, University of British Columbia
Session Title
Session S-06E: Science, Policy, and Partnerships
Conference Track
Science Policy and Partnerships
Conference Name
Salish Sea Ecosystem Conference (2014 : Seattle, Wash.)
Document Type
Event
Start Date
1-5-2014 1:30 PM
End Date
1-5-2014 3:00 PM
Location
Room 613-614
Genre/Form
conference proceedings; presentations (communicative events)
Contributing Repository
Digital content made available by University Archives, Heritage Resources, Western Libraries, Western Washington University.
Subjects – Topical (LCSH)
Environmental policy--Salish Sea (B.C. and Wash.); Science--Social aspects--Salish Sea (B.C. and Wash.)
Geographic Coverage
Salish Sea (B.C. and Wash.)
Rights
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Type
Text
Language
English
Format
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Room 613-614
Successful recovery of the Salish Sea requires collaboration between scientists (both biophysical and social) and policy/decision makers. Without this relationship we find ourselves with scientific research that is not relevant to decision making and decisions made without a strong scientific foundation, and without the support of the science community. While there is a great deal of good scientific work currently available to enhance ecosystem recovery decision-making, many of the questions that decision makers currently face require further investigation to address critical uncertainties, or at minimum, collection of data through environmental monitoring or social surveys to fill important gaps. However, it is critical that science does not impede early ecosystem-scale recovery actions; we do have sufficient knowledge to take action. In this panel session we will discuss the relationships between science and policy communities in ecosystem recovery efforts in the Salish Sea, including the science foundation for early action and the science and policy knowledge gaps for recovery at the scale of the Salish Sea. Panel members will include both US and Canadian professionals involved in the science and policy of ecosystem-based management for the Salish Sea. Panelists will consider and discuss such topics as:• An overview of Salish Sea status and trends and what they are really telling us and how should the status and trends influence policy and science• Examples of successes and challenges in science/policy collaboration. • Social constructs and behaviors needed for successful ecosystem recovery• Identified opportunities, specific approaches, and current challenges for science to more effectively inform policy decision-making. Panelists:Katharine Wellman –Moderator, Vice Chair Puget Sound Partnership Science Panel John Stein, Chair Puget Sound Partnership Science Panel Joel Baker, Puget Sound Institute, University of Washington Angela Bonifaci, US Environmental Protection Agency Tracy Collier, Puget Sound Partnership Thomas Leschine, School of Marine and Environmental Affairs, University of WashingtonIan Perry, Department of Fish and Oceans, Canada Terre Satterfield, University of British Columbia
