About MARCO
MARCO is the Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean, formed in 2009 by a governors’ agreement among New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia.
Mid-Atlantic Ocean Data Portal
The Portal is an ocean planning resource center featuring the Marine Planner, an interactive mapping tool.
Mid-Atlantic Ocean Planning Committee
The Mid-A OPC is a committee established by MARCO to foster collaboration among states, federal agencies, the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council, and federally recognized tribes, and to engage stakeholders.
Recent MARCO Events & Webinars
How Tuesday Webinar: Intro to the MARCO Portal
Chesapeake Carbon & Alkalinity Study Webinar
On June 26, Dr. Raymond Najjar of Pennsylvania State U. provided an overview of research focused on the role macrobiota play in estuarine carbon and alkalinity dynamics.
The Sixth Annual Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum
Thanks to all who participated in this year’s event. Check back soon for videos of the panels and presentations.
MARCO Webinar: A dive into Sea Turtle Research Planning in Support of Impact Assessment for US Atlantic Offshore Wind
The MARCO Ocean Conservation Work Group hosted a webinar with a featured presentation by Dr. Susan Barco highlighting recommendations from the Sea Turtle Chapter of the Regional Wildlife Science Entity Science Plan.
MARCO 2022 Annual Report Published
We are excited to share a few of the things we are proud of in this report, from the fourth annual Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum hosted in May, to the official formation of an Ocean Conservation Work Group, and the significant strides we’ve made in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility (DEIJA).
Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, Accessibility
The Mid-A OPC is committed to listening and incorporating information from the widest possible set of stakeholders to better understand and address injustices and inequities. The committee will ensure its work reflects a commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice and Accessibility (DEIJA), as well as addresses the needs of stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and industries.