We develop the region’s workforce and equip the community to understand and sustain the coast’s valuable ecosystems.
Georgia’s coastal region experiences constant change in areas like population, climate, and infrastructure. Through the UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant, the University of Georgia helps coastal communities and leaders respond to dynamic local needs.
Impact on the Coastal Region
First Line of Defense
Building resiliency through native plants on Georgia’s coast
A Growing Oyster Industry
Georgia’s budding oyster aquaculture industry is beginning to spur community and economic growth.
Protecting the Georgia Coast
UGA students cleanup the Georgia marsh and get rid of invasive plants.
Shoring up ecotourism in Georgia
To visit the most pristine areas of Georgia’s barrier islands, you’ll likely need to hire one of the mom-and-pop ecotourism businesses that charter tours to these enchanting but sensitive places. An award-winning UGA program trains these ecotour guides to give enriching tours without disturbing fragile ecosystems.
Charting a new course
UGA teaches high school students the ropes of commercial shrimping
