On May 23, 2023, the Canadian Marine Shipping Risk Forum (CMSRF) hosted Scott M. Gende, PhD, Senior Science Advisor from the National Park Service. He presented the approach taken to protect the environment in the pristine Glacier Bay National Park using a range of tools and incentives, while still encouraging cruise ship passengers to access and enjoy the area.
On May 23, 2023, the Canadian Marine Shipping Risk Forum (CMSRF) hosted Scott M. Gende, PhD, Senior Science Advisor from the National Park Service. He presented the approach taken to protect the environment in the pristine Glacier Bay National Park using a range of tools and incentives, while still encouraging cruise ship passengers to access and enjoy the area.
This case study has potential applications for regions in Canadian waters that are facing increasing interest from the cruise sector, such as Arctic communities and marine protected areas.
Permitting Cruise Ship Access to Glacier Bay National Park – Scott M. Gende, PhD, Senior Science Advisor, National Park Service
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