Does anyone *actually* know what the blue economy is?

The “blue economy” gets talked about a lot on Cape — but what does it really mean? Whether you’re curious about sustainable practices or new career opportunities, join to unpack the concept and its impact on our local industries, environment, and workforce.
Katherine Castagno
Katie Castagno

Director of the Land-Sea Interaction Program at the Center for Coastal Studies, researching coastal resilience, salt marsh restoration, and sediment transport. Katie's research explores climate impacts, shoreline stabilization, and strategies for protecting New England’s coasts.






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Corey Hendricks

Corey, a 3rd-gen shellfish farmer from Mashpee and a member of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, owns and operates Duck Island Shellfish Company, a 2-acre offshore farm raising oysters and quahogs. Inspired by his father and grandfather, Corey pursued a degree in marine biology. He now lives with his wife, son, and their dog and cat in Hyannis.

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Caitlin Townsend

Caitlin grew up lobstering in Provincetown with her father. Passionate about the fishing industry and environmentalism, she graduated from Massachusetts Maritime Academy and now collects ghost lobster gear and marine debris on Cape beaches. Waitress and bartender by-night, Caitlin is excited to create a program for end-of-life fishing gear in MA by-day.