National Estuary Program 2023 Program Evaluation Results Summary
This report summarizes the results of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-led program evaluations (PEs) of nine National Estuary Programs (NEPs) that were conducted in 2023. The PE process helps the EPA assess how the NEPs are making progress in achieving programmatic and environmental results through implementation of their Comprehensive Conservation Management Plans. In addition, the PE process has proven to be an effective, interactive management process that ensures national program accountability and transparency, while incorporating local priorities considerations.
