Jennifer Bucatari

Jennifer Bucatari is an accomplished oceanographer with extensive experience in environmental leadership and marine resource management. Currently serving as an oceanographer at the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management since February 2011, Jennifer oversees environmental coordination for offshore marine minerals and renewable energy projects, including significant initiatives like the Vineyard Wind Project. Prior roles include leading environmental coordination for offshore renewable energy projects and conducting environmental reviews for marine mineral activities. Jennifer's academic background includes a PhD in Biology from Boston University and a BS in Marine Biology from College of Charleston. Prior to current roles, Jennifer worked as a faculty research associate at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and as a project manager with the US Army Corps of Engineers.