Stories
Against All Odds: Cuban Scientists Complete Two-Week Expedition to Study Coral Reefs
Last month, marine biologists from the University of Havana studied coral reefs at Jardines de la Reina National Park.
The Ocean as an Ally to Climate Solutions: Key Takeaways from Our #RememberTheOcean Campaign
For the past few months, we’ve amplified how the ocean offers some of the best solutions to climate change. Here are the key takeaways.
Statement: Infrastructure Bill offers billions for climate resilience, but there is still more work to do
We applaud the $47B investment in climate resilience in the Infrastructure Bill, but encourage Congress to continue addressing climate change.
The Problem: Scientists Say We’re Over the Carbon Limit
The Solution: Won’t Be Found in the Infrastructure Bill
Home on the River
My family lives outside of Louisville, Kentucky in a small riverside community on the Ohio River. Similar to that of ocean communities, the river ecology is interwoven with the history, culture, and livelihood of the surrounding people.
The Ocean Foundation’s statement on the 6th IPCC Report
The 6th IPCC Report was released with some fanfare on August 6th — confirming what we know, and yet offering some hope if we are willing to act locally, regionally and globally.
What NOAA’s New Climate Council Means for Our Ocean
We’re thrilled to congratulate the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on a new Climate Council to bring a holistic government approach in response to our changing climate.
Steps to Sustainable Shipping
As ocean-based trade increases, so too does its environmental footprint. We need to move toward more sustainable transportation to protect the marine environment.
Cuba Needs Us More Than Ever
On July 11, many of us heard about the protests in Cuba. For six decades Cuba has been a model of stability in Latin America, but to TOF’s Fernando Bretos, this time feels different.
Ahead of Our Time? No, Just Taking it to the Next Level
Bringing redesign for recyclability into the plastic pollution dialogue.
The Ocean Sent Up Smoke Signals Last Week. Let’s Listen.
On July 2, a gas leak in the Gulf of Mexico led to a fire in the ocean, a reminder of how delicate our ecosystem is. To keep the sea healthy, we need to listen to its calls.
Creating Waves of Change on Juneteenth and Beyond
“Juneteenth” has been recognized by black communities in the U.S. since 1865, but only recently has it turned into a national reckoning. And while acknowledging Juneteenth as a holiday is a step in the right direction, deeper conversations and actions should take place every day.
