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Hearings
Effects of Climate Change on Marine and Coastal Ecosystems in Washington
Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard

Tuesday, May 27, 2008
10:00 AM
 
The hearing will examine the impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems in the state of Washington. Witnesses will testify on the effects of climate change and ocean acidification on marine ecosystems in Puget Sound and coastal Washington, how these processes are changing ecosystem functions, and what impacts the changes are having on coastal communities and living marine resources.

The hearing will be held at the Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle, Wash. Subcommittee Chair Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) will preside.

 
 

 

Witnesses

Opening Remarks

Panel 1
Dr. Terrie Klinger
Associate Professor, School of Marine Affairs
University of Washington
Dr. Ed Miles
Team Leader, Climate Impacts Group
University of Washington
Mr. Brett Bishop
Owner
Little Skookum Shellfish Growers
Dr. Jeff Koenings
Director
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Mr. Kevin Ranker
San Juan County Commissioner


Public Information Office: 508 Dirksen Senate Office Bldg • Washington, DC 20510-6125
Tel: 202-224-5115
Hearing Room: 253 Russell Senate Office Bldg • Washington, DC 20510-6125
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