Degrees That Lead to Careers in the Blue Economy

Degrees That Lead to Careers in the Blue Economy

The blue economy encompasses a broad range of activities, from fish farming and whale-watching tourism to environmental consulting, offshore renewable energy and maritime logistics. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, around 40% of the U.S. population lives in coastal counties. These counties produce around $10 trillion in goods and services annually and employ more than 54 million people. “One of the most critical …