Hundreds of volunteers participated in first-ever International Plastic Pellet Count
From Wisconsin to Copacabana 52,458 plastic pellets were collected from beaches, streams, and lake shores.
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
Why we must protect the Grand Canyon of the Atlantic
Is offshore wind killing whales?
Updates
Whales’ baleen holds clues about the species’ reaction to whaling
In nature, fewer sounds abound
Coral reefs suffering due to climate change
Featured Resources
Ocean appreciation workbook for kids
The Deepwater Horizon oil spill is still wreaking havoc on the Gulf of Mexico
The risks of deep-sea mining: Disruption on a massive scale
We don’t need deep-sea mining
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The Antiquities Act is meant to protect America’s natural and cultural treasures forever. Is the Act itself in danger?
The Antiquities Act has played a crucial role in protecting many of America's most treasured landscapes. We take it for granted at our peril.
Why America should go big on offshore wind
A panel of experts explained the benefits of offshore wind and how everyone can help America reach its offshore wind potential.
Year in review: Environment America’s 2023 highlights
Environment America, its state groups celebrate national, state, local victories for the public interest
Marine protected areas are the best hope for the ocean – but only if the protections are real
With the health of the ocean under threat more than ever before, the need for action has never been greater. Marine protected areas must be a key part of that action.
Statement: Five more years of offshore drilling
Smallest oil leasing program ever starts to acknowledge new reality: No need to risk oceans for more oil