The best ways that we can protect the environment in 2023
Our wildlife and wild places still face threats for the coming year — but we have big plans to protect our planet.
Oceans
Home to diverse wildlife from the smallest krill to the biggest whale, our country’s oceans — and the ecosystems they support — are worth preserving for future generations.
The Latest on Oceans
Statement: House bill doubles down on oil drilling
Let’s bring back the southern sea otter to the Pacific Coast
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US House passes bill to expand drilling
Discover the wildlife taking refuge in California’s marine protected areas
Funding bill to ban fishing gear known to catch sea turtles, dolphins and more
Featured Resources
Environment California’s 2023 Program Priorities
A photographic tour of California’s marine protected areas
Bay area wildlife hikes your family can take in every season
New Life for the Ocean
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Strengthening safeguards for our ocean sanctuaries
We're joining an effort to make sure our ocean stays wonderful
Offshore drilling and climate action don’t mix
As it drafts a new plan to fight global warming, the Biden administration should end offshore drilling leasing.
Celebrating a decade of marine conservation, Environment California looks to the future
A decade of marine conservation points the way toward a future of preserving our state's — and our country's — wild places.
California offshore wind lease sale scheduled
December's lease sale will be the first-ever on America's west coast.
Break Free From Plastic Celebration Event
Elected officials, environmental groups, and more come together to celebrate action on plastic pollution.