Ocean Food and Energy Farm Project. Subtask 5. Site Survey Studies. Progress Report

摘要

Studies on the establishment of criteria for selection of sites for the ocean-farming of kelp are reported. Biological and engineering limitations and requirements, economic and geo-political considerations are included. Currents, temperature, and nutrients of various areas in the Pacific Ocean were surveyed. Information is also included on tropical and extratropical cyclones, winds, and wind-generated ocean waves in the areas under consideration. Recommendations are made for specific sites off the coast of Southern California. (ERA citation 03:002878)