Tidal wetlands are one of the most productive ecosystems on earth. They perform many valuable functions: filtering impurities from storm water runoff, minimizing the damage of storm surges, providing shelter and food for migrating birds, and serving as spawning and breeding grounds for fish and wildlife– in essence, they serve as the base of the food web.

This has been a true public/private partnership, as we worked with independent scientists, environmental groups, natural resource and land management agencies, public officials and local communities. With many sites now completely restored, our Estuary Enhancement Program is a success story that is based on a relentless application of sound scientific principles.