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
Statement: Biden administration’s drilling proposal would put U.S. over a barrel
Updates
US House passes bill to expand drilling
Biden cancels three offshore drilling lease sales
What You Can Do
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The Latest
Statement: New Right Whale Coexistence Act could play key role in fighting extinction
In an important move for the Atlantic’s most endangered marine mammals, Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Seth Moulton announced the introduction of the Right Whale Coexistence Act Wednesday.
Statement: PIRG, Environment America welcome Coca-Cola’s commitment to reuse
"Whales, sea turtles, birds and countless other animals are needlessly choking on and dying from microplastics from single-use products like beverage containers. We're pleased to see Coca-Cola's announcement today to say ‘Yes’ to reusable alternatives to single-use plastic."
U.S. District Court judge revokes historic oil and gas leases in the Gulf
This could be the beginning of the end of offshore drilling
A critical tool for beautiful oceans
The Biden administration should give future generations the opportunity to appreciate our amazing ocean for years to come
Statement: Target’s new plastic packaging goal is a step in the right direction
The Fortune 50 retailer Target announced a new goal Tuesday to reduce its use of virgin plastic 20 percent by 2025 across its own brand frequency products.