What is CRC?

The Coastal Resources Center in the Graduate School of Oceanography at the University of Rhode Island focuses on using science to address societal issues. Learn more about us on the About, Our Work, People and Projects pages. 

Why is CRC Important?

Around the world, the Coastal Resources Center (CRC) works with communities and citizens to become more effective stewards of their shores and seas. Partnering with scholars and stakeholders, CRC applies science and empowers communities through collaboration and capacity building.

CRC is making a difference

The Coastal Resources Center (CRC) helps communities become more effective stewards of their coastal and marine resources.  CRC partners with stakeholders to apply science and find solutions to societal issues. Working with communities, other universities, industry, and government, we respond to issues that matter and build the capabilities of our collaborators and ourselves. We are fortunate to have excellent partners.   

Where are we?

We work around the world. Whether in Matunuck or Manila, we strive to be present. Staff are always on the move for meetings, workshops and events. In addition to Rhode Island, we have a sustained presence in several countries, currently in Ghana, Madagascar and the Philippines. We do our best to interact locally and globally. Handshakes and smiles are our preferred means of communication. But saving funds and fuel is important and sensible, so we are increasingly using digital dialog — email, phone or videoconferencing.