Ocean Heritage
Honoring Black History Month: Richard Etheridge, Maritime Hero
Written by Mark J. Spalding (The Ocean Foundation) and Jordan Morgan (University of Maine School of Law) In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, we honor Richard …
Stories Conserving Marine Habitats and Special Places, deep sea, Deep Sea Mining, Investing in Ocean Health
The New NOAA Rule on Deep Seabed Mining: A Dangerous Shortcut That Undermines Ocean Stewardship
On 21 January 2026, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration finalized a rule that could fundamentally alter the future of our global ocean—and not for the better. By consolidating exploration …
Underwater Cultural Heritage
We are all connected by the ocean. We depend on it for food, recreation and many livelihoods.





