Barry Costa-Pierce co-authored of The Nature Conservancy’s flagship restorative aquaculture white paper “The Global Principles of Restorative Aquaculture.”

On November 9, 2021, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) released a new study, The Global Principles of Restorative Aquaculture, to aid in the implementation of its best practices.

An expert working group led by The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has produced the Global Principles of Restorative Aquaculture, a report intended to define restorative aquaculture, provide implementation guidance, establish parameters, and forge a common understanding for this important ocean restoration and food production solution.

Restorative aquaculture may be one of the best opportunities to simultaneously improve the health of aquatic environments and provide food for a growing population. The Global Principles of Restorative Aquaculture report establishes a clear definition of restorative aquaculture and provides clarity on how this approach can be effectively implemented and fostered. The report is a collaborative effort with co-authors from 12 highly regarded global universities, government, non-profits, and financial institutions.