We’re deeply grateful to House Majority Leader Hon. Hakeem Jeffries for joining us today at Paerdegat Basin in #Canarsie, Brooklyn, to present $968,000 in funding for Billion Oyster Project’s expansion of the reef's 480,000 oyster deployment in 2019. This event was a powerful reminder of the importance of community-driven environmental efforts. Paerdegat Basin, home to NYC’s Black-owned boat club and longtime site partners, Paerdegat Yach Club, holds a significant place in the history of Canarsie and the wider Brooklyn community. It’s an honor to work with and learn from our neighbors who’ve preserved their practice of stewardship. With the support of leaders like Hakeem Jeffries, we’re making strides toward a more resilient New York Harbor. Leader Jeffries’ focus on community-based environmental projects is vital to the success of initiatives like ours. Together, we’re not just restoring our waters; we’re revitalizing the communities that depend on and deserve to enjoy them. Thank you to everyone who attended, and especially to Paerdegat Yacht Club for their continued partnership. #BillionOysterProject #HakeemJeffries #CommunityEngagement #EnvironmentalJustice #PaerdegatBasin #Brooklyn
Billion Oyster Project
Environmental Services
Governors Island, NY 7,512 followers
Restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives
About us
Billion Oyster Project is a nonprofit restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives. Oyster reefs have the power to transform NY Harbor. They provide habitat for hundreds of marine species, filter water, and can help shield NYC shorelines from storm damage. Since its founding in 2014, Billion Oyster Project has reintroduced 122 million oysters, engaging 8,000+ students, 15,000+ volunteers, and 70+ NYC restaurant partners. The project’s hands-on science and restoration curriculum is taught at 70+ schools across the city. The Urban Assembly New York Harbor School, a maritime high-school located on Governors Island, is the flagship school of the Billion Oyster Project. Harbor School students contribute to Billion Oyster Project as part of their Career and Technical Education (CTE) experience—growing oysters, designing and building oyster reef structures, diving to monitor reefs, operating boats, performing marine biology research, and more. Learn more at BOP.NYC.
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http://bop.nyc
External link for Billion Oyster Project
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Governors Island, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2014
- Specialties
- Harbor Access, Harbor Restoration, Harbor Education, Harbor Training, Marine Science, Marine Technology, Oyster Restoration, Career & Technical Education, Vessel Operations, Ocean Engineering, Marine Biology, Marine Systems Technology, SCUBA Diving, and Aquaculture
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10 South Street
Slip 7
Governors Island, NY 10004, US
Employees at Billion Oyster Project
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Friendly reminder - we're hiring! If you're a marketing guru, passionate about NYC and story telling for a cause, consider joining our team as a communications consultant through the remainder of 2024. This individual will work alongside our Senior Communications Coordinator in campaign planning and content production for our upcoming Billion Oyster Party, Climate Week NYC, and this year's annual fundraising efforts. The consultant will also assist with general and specific communications deliverables across the organization's programs as needed, including event production and press coordination. Check out our careers page for more details. Share & apply by Aug 15th! https://lnkd.in/dFaa4yJ ♻️ #jobalert #marketing #sustainability
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WE'RE HIRING! We have not one, but two new roles at Billion Oyster Project! Check out our careers page to learn more about our search for a communications consultant and the extension (Aug. 15) of our Senior Shell Recycling Coordinator position – in keeping with our commitment to a diverse candidate pool: https://lnkd.in/dFaa4yJ ♻️ #jobalert
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Happy #NationalOysterDay! See our coverage of NYC Department of Education school libraries collaborating with the Billion Oyster Project to help students learn about oysters and their impact on the environment. #ReasonstoLoveLibraries
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The partnership between New York Harbor School and Billion Oyster Project continues to grow, as a record number of graduates return to share their skills and passion for environmental stewardship as BOP staff. https://lnkd.in/e_2njq3V #oyster #restoration #environmental #education #marinescience #marinetechnology #marineaffairs #maritime #CTE #CareerandTechnicalEducation NYC Department of Education The Urban Assembly, Inc. #HarborUp
Harbor Heroes: 21 Harbor School alums circle back to Billion Oyster Project — Billion Oyster Project
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Thank you to Governor Kathy Hochul for $500k in environmental protection funding for oyster restoration. It was a pleasure to welcome DEC Commissioner Sean Mahar Senator Sanders, and Assembly Woman Stacey Pfieffer Amato to Bayswater Point State Park in Queens this morning. More oysters are acclimating to their new home in the waters off Terminal 4 at JFK airport. The event would not have been possible without Leslie Wright and our partners at New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation 🙏 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebPMK5ex
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Today is #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay. We often talk about limited accessibility to New York Harbor across our city; imagine the added challenge of accessing our greatest natural resource with a disability. In an effort to make Billion Oyster Project’s field stations and exhibit spaces ADA compliant, we're focused on rolling out language and mobility assistance at our events, including hiring sign language interpreters at community gatherings. We also partner with organizations like ADAPT Community Network - the leading human service not-for-profit and a pioneer in providing cutting edge programs and services for people with disabilities. Every day, they build a more inclusive world for thousands of New Yorkers through education, technology, health, residential and recreational programs in all five boroughs. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/evA4KAeK
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Thank you Howard! Definitely a proud moment for me, but much more importantly, I am proud of the organizations I support in their efforts towards bringing awareness to/improving the quality of water in NYC’s waterways. They truly are making a difference! #billionoysterproject #brooklynbridgepark
One of my volunteer colleagues, both at Billion Oyster Project and Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse https://lnkd.in/eyemhsFn #oysters #kayaking
Katherine Lowe: Oysters, boating and clean water
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Calling all New York Harbor School alumni! Can you take 5 minutes to tell BOP Research Associate Technician, Daniel Schluger, about your time at the Harbor School, and what you're up to now? Thank you in advance for keeping in touch with us and helping us strengthen Billion Oyster Project's partnership with this amazing public high school. https://lnkd.in/eZfju4Yu
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Come work with me on the Shell Recycling team at Billion Oyster Project! This is a great position for those interested in zero waste initiatives & NYC hospitality with a background in operations and partnership management.
Cool Job Alert! 🚨 Billion Oyster Project is seeking a Shell Recycling Senior Coordinator to manage the logistics and operations of our Shell Recycling Program. If you have a background in operations, logistics, and customer service, and are passionate about sustainability and the NYC food scene, we want to hear from you! Apply by July 31, 2024, and be a part of our mission to restore oyster reefs. #JobOpening #Sustainability #NYCJobs #BillionOysterProject 🦪 https://bit.ly/3EIzbbS #SustainabilityJobs #GreenJobs #ZeroWaste
Apply - Shell Recycling Senior Coordinator at Billion Oyster Project
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