Fisheries are an important economic and cultural aspect of Rhode Island life. Our various fisheries employ and feed many individuals, as well as support the tourism industry. What effect does climate change have on Rhode Island fisheries? How do we implement mitigation tactics, such as offshore wind, while continuing to support sustainable fishing in the Ocean State? Panelists will address these questions and more. Discussion facilitated by: Emily Conklin, vice-chair of Newport’s Energy & Environment Commission. Panelists include David Bethoney, executive director of the Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation; Jeremy Collie, professor of oceanography at University of Rhode Island; Andrew Lipsky from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and Frederick Mattera, executive director of Commercial Fisheries Center of Rhode Island.