Our Mission
What is the Pontchartrain Institute?
To advance understanding of coastal and estuarine systems
To develop solutions to environmental problems facing Pontchartrain and other similar coastal systems
To disseminate knowledge through effective communication and outreach
What do we do?
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Understand watershed and coastal system dynamics |
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Detect and predict environmental change |
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Provide scientific support for conservation, management and restoration of natural resources |
This is achieved through field and laboratory research, simulation modeling, planning and decision support, and education and outreach