Delaware MERE Plate (Marine Education, Research & Rehabilitation) is a license plate program offered by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DN REC) that provides funding for the conservation of marine species and habitats. The program was established in 2006 and has two types of plates. The standard Delaware MERE Plate features the DN REC logo, along with a blue and white striped background. The Specialty Delaware MERE Plate features artwork of a variety of marine species, such as sea turtles, dolphins, or whales. Both types of plates are available for passenger vehicles, recreational vehicles, and commercial vehicles. Proceeds from the sale of these plates are used to support DN REC marine programs, such as the Marine Education, Research & Rehabilitation Fund, which provides funding for research, education, and rehabilitation efforts to protect Delaware’s marine resources.