Resource & Environmental Management
A PhD researcher in Resource and Environmental Management at Simon Fraser University, where she works in the Ocean Equity Lab as part of the international Ocean Nexus network.
ABOUT
Sarah Gutzmann is a dedicated doctoral candidate in Resource and Environmental Management at Simon Fraser University. She conducts her research with the Ocean Equity Lab and the global Ocean Nexus initiative, focusing on sustainable and equitable approaches to kelp cultivation, harvesting, and ecosystem restoration. Her work prioritises meaningful partnership with communities, respect for Indigenous leadership, and the advancement of just and healthy ocean systems.
Academically, Sarah earned both a Master of Resource Management and a distinguished First Class Honours Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, with a minor in Environmental Toxicology, from SFU. Her broad, interdisciplinary background integrates marine ecology, conservation science, toxicology, and ecological economics. This foundation has enabled her to contribute to a wide range of initiatives, including studies on salmon physiology, the impacts of microplastics, assessments of ecosystem services, and community-inclusive fisheries research.
Professional Designations
- Regenesis Institute: Regenerative Practitioner
- College of Applied Biologists: Biologist in Training (BIT)
- (in progress) Ocean Alliance Canada: Sustainable Blue Economy Professional (SBEP) with Specialization
Certifications
- Certified in First Nations Information Governance Center: Fundamentals of OCAP® (ownership, control, access, possession)
- Certified in Research Ethics based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2: CORE 2022)
Education
- PhD, Resource and Environmental Management
- MRM, Master of Resource Management
- BSc, Environmental Science Honours with Distinction
Professional Designations
- Regenesis Institute: Regenerative Practitioner
- College of Applied Biologists: Biologist in Training (BIT)
- (in progress) Ocean Alliance Canada: Sustainable Blue Economy Professional (SBEP) with Specialization
Certifications
- Certified in First Nations Information Governance Center: Fundamentals of OCAP® (ownership, control, access, possession)
- Certified in Research Ethics based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2: CORE 2022)
Education
- PhD, Resource and Environmental Management
- MRM, Master of Resource Management
- BSc, Environmental Science Honours with Distinction
Research & Publications
My research explores the intersection of marine conservation, social-ecological systems, Indigenous governance, and policy integration. Key areas include: sustainable seaweed mariculture, ocean equity and justice, Indigenous knowledge systems, relational values in natural resource management, and climate-resilient coastal communities.
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