Murphy Releases Long Island Sound Investment Plan 2.0

WASHINGTON-U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Monday released a new plan to build on the success of the Long Island Sound Investment plan he published in 2016 and address the evolving set of challenges the Sound is facing. Murphy's plan lays out investments and policy goals to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy, improve coastal resilience, support the blue economy, and increase access to and education about the beauty of Long Island Sound. The plan was informed by feedback from environmental advocates, fishermen, oyster farmers, marine researchers, submarine manufacturers, and other stakeholders and Connecticut residents who rely on the Sound for both work and recreation.

"Eight years ago, I published a comprehensive funding plan outlining the ways the federal government should support Long Island Sound and all the people in Connecticut who rely on it. It was an ambitious vision to protect the Sound's future, and the good news is that we've been able to shatter many of the goals I set in that plan. That's why I'm releasing a new and improved version to build on our successes and tackle new challenges facing Long Island Sound and coastal communities. We need to fast-track deployment of renewable energy, invest in coastal resilience, supercharge our support for the blue economy, and ensure everyone has the opportunity to learn about and enjoy this Connecticut treasure," said Murphy.

You can read Murphy's Long Island Sound Investment Plan 2.0 HERE.

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