Randall Snodgrass

Randall D. Snodgrass is a Senior Fellow at The Ocean Foundation where he focuses on conservation initiatives in the Arctic. Mr. Snodgrass’ career as a conservation policy advocate spans four decades. His achievements include work to enact the landmark Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act of 1980; ensure protection of Bristol Bay and its rich fisheries; and defend against efforts by Congress to develop the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. His current focus includes U.S. ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea; advocating strict enforcement of the Polar Code, the International Maritime Organization’s regime for ships operating in polar waters; Marine Protected Area designation; and, addressing climate change by building capacity in communities to ensure a sustainable future for people and biological diversity.