Monitoring & Mitigation
Marine Mammal Observers, PSO & PAM Services
We provide operational certainty in the most demanding offshore environments. Our Marine Mammal Monitoring (MMM), marine mammal observers, NMFS-approved PSOs, PAM operators, and advanced monitoring technologies help your project remain compliant, on schedule, and environmentally responsible.
What We Do
Protected Species Observers (PSOs)
Deploying highly trained, NMFS-approved Protected Species Observer (PSO) Services and Marine Mammal Observers for marine construction, seismic surveys, and offshore energy development.
Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM)
Utilizing Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) systems and expert operators to provide real-time Marine Mammal Monitoring (MMM), day or night.
Aerial, Vessel & Land-Based Surveys
Conducting Wildlife Survey and Inventory work, including comprehensive visual and digital surveys to establish baseline data and assess project impacts.
Real-Time Mitigation & Reporting
Implementing marine mammal mitigation measures, Mitigation and Monitoring Plans, and daily, weekly, and monthly reporting that meets agency standards.
NMFS-Approved PSO/PAM Training
Offering rigorous, agency-approved training courses that create the most qualified and reliable observers in the industry.
Fisheries Monitoring & Liaison
Providing experienced liaisons to facilitate communication and mitigate interaction between project activities and commercial fishing operations.
The Keen Environmental Advantage: Reliability in Action
Our marine mammal observers are more than certified personnel; they are dedicated field professionals. We pair highly trained PSOs and PAM operators with proven monitoring technology to support accurate data, clear reporting, and effective protected species mitigation.
Marine Mammal Observer FAQs
Do you provide marine mammal observers for offshore projects?
Yes. Keen Environmental provides experienced marine mammal observers, including NMFS-approved Protected Species Observers (PSOs), for offshore wind, oil and gas, marine construction, and research projects.
Can Keen support both visual PSO and Passive Acoustic Monitoring requirements?
Yes. Our teams support visual observation, PAM operations, real-time mitigation, and agency-ready reporting so project teams can meet monitoring requirements across day, night, and low-visibility operations.
What types of projects need PSOs or marine mammal monitoring?
Marine mammal observers are commonly required for offshore wind surveys and construction, seismic surveys, geophysical campaigns, pile driving, vessel-based research, and other activities with potential protected species impacts.
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Deploy our expert observers and advanced monitoring systems on your next project.