NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Fishing for Energy Fund
Project Title: Collection of Derelict Fishing Gear in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Organization:
New Bedford Harbor Development Commission
Project ID:
0304.20.069795
Description:

Collect and recycle or convert to energy fishing year from the Port of New Bedford, Massachusetts - the nation’s most valuable commercial fishing port since 2001, home to approximately 350 commercial fishing vessels and 150 out-of-state fishing vessels. Project will recycle or convert to energy 86 tons of fishing gear, including nets and lobster pots.

Award Amount:
$9696.00
Location:
New Bedford, Massachusetts