Published by Ocean Conservancy The federal government shutdown is now the longest in history and shows no signs of drawing to a close. Of NOAA’s 11,000 employees, more than half are currently furloughed. None are currently being paid. NOAA’s important work has ground to a near-halt. As the shutdown wears on, each day brings new and […]
Do you know the important benefits of antimicrobials? These great products of chemistry do more than you think! Antimicrobials, also known as biocides, help prevent the growth and spread of microbes. Different classes of antimicrobials kill many disease-causing viruses, bacteria, and fungi, support material preservation and prevent microorganism growth in manufacturing and industrial processes. In […]
Published by the Environmental News Service NEW YORK, New York, January 23, 2019 (ENS) – A Columbia Engineering study, published today in the journal “Nature,” confirms the urgency of tackling climate change. Global carbon emissions reached a record high in 2018, rising by 3.4 percent in the United States alone, and oceans and forests are approaching […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy The Coast Guard has launched a new study of vessel traffic in the Chukchi and Beaufort seas off the northwest and north coast of Alaska. The study, which was announced late last month, will assess current and predicted vessel traffic in the region and—if warranted—recommend measures to improve safety and environmental protection. […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy It’s officially awards season! And with the release of Oscar nominations just this morning, I couldn’t help but notice some of my favorite ocean species didn’t make the cut—so I came up with my own nominations. Regardless of the other snubs and surprises, I think we can all agree—these ocean critters are […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy This article first appeared in The Seattle Times on August 9, 2017. Crystal Dingler is the mayor of Ocean Shores, WA and Mike Cassinelli is the former mayor of Ilwaco, WA. Summer is the busy season here on the Washington coast, when we see our biggest influx of visitors eager to experience […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Amy Grondin is a commercial salmon fisherman based out of Port Townsend, WA. When not fishing on F/V Arminta she works in commercial fisheries outreach and sustainable seafood consulting. The research and data provided by the National Atmospheric and Oceanic Administration (NOAA) are crucial to my livelihood as a commercial fisherman. Further, […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Ornithophobia—fear of birds. I think we can all agree that, at times, birds can be extremely terrifying. Or at least I do. And not only because I took a course on Alfred Hitchcock films in college and was forced to create a presentation on The Birds. With their sharp beaks, pencil legs, […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy What does the ocean mean to you? I got to ask Gardner Douglas, host of the Oyster Ninja Podcast, this question. We sat down at Union Market, where Douglas used to shuck oysters, to discuss the role the ocean and oysters have played in his life and how he came to be […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy “How are the beaches?” This is a question we’ve heard hundreds of times this fall and going into this winter, from tourists and other folks who migrate to Florida by the millions when things turn icy and cold up north. Winter travelers come to Florida to soak up the sun and spend […]
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Photography can provide a fascinating glimpse into parts of the world that we may never have the chance to visit ourselves. It’s a powerful tool for showing the beauty and value of wildlife and wild places—and challenges us to protect them. Take a look at just a few of WWF’s […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy The European Union made headlines in 2018 when it proposed to ban certain single-use plastic items by 2021. This spring, individual member states are expected to vote on the legislation and begin devising just how this ambitious initiative will unfold. Ocean Conservancy had the chance to speak with Ambassador of the European […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy As the federal government shutdown trudges on into the New Year, people from coast to coast are feeling the impacts of losing access to the many federal agencies that provide critical services to their communities and to our nation. One of the agencies whose important work is suffering under the shutdown is […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Pantone’s Color of the Year—Living Coral—echoes Ocean Conservancy’s hope and optimism for the ocean in 2019. “But wait,” you might be thinking, “I thought coral reefs are in trouble!” You’d be right, of course, because coral reefs are in danger. What might be new to you is that there are ambitious solutions […]
Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Sea Shepherd Ship M/V Farley Mowat surrounded by over 35 poaching vessels and boarded in broad daylight. San Felipe, BCN, Mexico – January 9th, 2019 – Sea Shepherd Vessel M/V Farley Mowat was conducting maritime patrols inside the Vaquita Refuge in the Upper Gulf of California, and had recovered three […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy On Tuesday, lawmakers in the House of Representatives from across the country banded together to send the Trump administration a clear message: don’t recklessly expand drilling off our coasts. Representatives introduced a suite of eight separate bills to prohibit expansion of oil and gas development in nearly every region of our outer […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy This blog was written by Chelsea Rochman, an assistant professor at the University of Toronto and Scientific Advisor to Ocean Conservancy. Synthetic microfibers are just one of many types of microplastic pollution; however, microfibers are one of the most common types of microplastic pollution that we find in the environment. Where do […]
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Coral reefs are as vulnerable as they are beautiful; climate change is warming ocean waters and devastating reefs globally. A majority of the world’s coral reefs could experience severe bleaching and death by the end of this century, according to a report on the impacts of climate change. Bleaching occurs […]
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Coral reefs are as vulnerable as they are beautiful; climate change is warming ocean waters and devastating reefs globally. A majority of the world’s coral reefs could experience severe bleaching and death by the end of this century, according to a report on the impacts of climate change. Bleaching occurs […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Ocean friends, a new year is upon us and that means new book recommendations for 2019…and boy, are there some phenomenal pieces on the list this year. Grab a warm mug of your favorite beverage, get comfy and ready yourself to make the only difficult choice that this list requires you to […]