Stories
A Look Back on the Ocean Sciences Meeting 2022
COVID-19 has brought a plethora of uncertainty. This year’s Ocean Sciences Meeting was about coming together for common goals despite this unsettling time.
The Humanitarian Response is the Healthy Ocean Response
Acting to address climate change and the illegal war of conquest by Russia against the Ukraine
A Global Treaty to Curb Plastic Pollution: The Biggest Environmental Agreement Since Paris
The Assembly of UNEA5 passed the resolution for a plastic pollution treaty, describing it as the biggest deal since the 2015 Paris climate accord.
Revisiting the Beauty, Heritage, and Community of Loreto
Activities around Keep Loreto Magical continue to thrive, with ever more opportunities to help the community and its natural resources.
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.
