Research
Supports the development and
application of scientific and analytical principles to conduct fundamental
research, scientific study, and experimentation
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Environmental Planning
Ensures compliance with National Environmental Policy Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, Endangered Species Act, and other applicable laws and regulations
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GIS & Spatial Planning
Provides GIS mapping and geospatial analyses for spatial planning projects including environmental planning, ocean planning, biological research, ocean survey, and Impacts encroachment and compatibility impacts to Navy Readiness