Develop a framework (legal, logistical, etc. ) for the potential to create a third-party entity that would assume liability for the POCS assets and retain the liability to manage those assets in perpetuity. See more here

Gather an understanding of the priorities and concerns from regulatory, political, scientific, and community stakeholders. See mor

Examine the presence of fisheries and ocean stakeholder (e.g., tourism, shipping, military, etc.) activity around California’s 27 platforms to limit the potential for space use conflicts. See more

Determine the suitability of a particular platform structure as a reef site relative to other habitats. See more

Identify opportunities to establish designated reef planning areas in California, that could accommodate a multitude of large platforms, like those established in the Gulf of Mexico. See more