Ocean Conservancy

?? The U.S. fishing industry is facing serious disruption. Regulatory freezes and firings at NOAA Fisheries are compounding existing challenges like overfishing and could cause delays in reopening of key fisheries, such as the Northeast groundfish fishery. These disruptions impact coastal economies, food security and livelihoods across the nation and threaten the health of marine ecosystems. Learn more about these powerful stories from fishermen in this in-depth report from Reuters: ?? https://lnkd.in/eRT46f3w

?? Join us today, at 7pm Eastern / 4pm Pacific for a LIVE conversation on Instagram with EcoAthletes Champions Emily Pape and Samuel Mattis - Oly for an exciting discussion about: ?? Protect Where We Play ?? The EcoAthlete Collegiate Cup ?? How you can get involved in protecting our blue planet ?? ? Set your reminders and sea you there! ???? #ProtectWhereWePlay #EcoAthlete #InstagramLive

Thirty-six years ago, the oil tanker #ExxonValdez ran aground in Alaska’s Prince William Sound, triggering one of the worst environmental disasters in history.? Time and time again, we’ve seen the toll of oil spills—loss of wildlife, damage to marine ecosystems and harm to human health. The impacts of oil disasters will continue to be felt for years to come unless we act. Take action and urge Congress to prevent future oil spills like Exxon Valdez.??? ??? Add your name now: https://bit.ly/4hQWUJO

Deep-sea mining will devastate sensitive and remote deep-ocean habitats filled with some of the planet’s most unique life. We must act quickly to ensure our ocean is protected. Now is the time to urge policy makers, industry leaders and ocean lovers to call for a moratorium and #StoptheMachines.

?? For Alaska Native Peoples, food is more than just a meal—it is identity, history and connection to the land and waters. Traditional food practices encompass how food is gathered, stored, prepared and shared. These practices sustain not only people but entire ecosystems, reinforcing the deep reciprocity between humans and the natural world. Yet, today’s systems of managing lands, waters and wildlife often fail to acknowledge these relationships. Conservation and resource management policies frequently focus on ecology and economics, but what about sustainability? ? What does it mean when a community is fed but its heart is still hungry? ? How can policy better reflect sustainability alongside environmental protection? ? Why does prioritizing Indigenous food sovereignty strengthen conservation for everyone? In a recently published essay, Ocean Conservancy staff worked alongside Alaska Native authors and researchers to explore the inherent connection between culture and conservation. ?? Learn more about this vital conversation: https://lnkd.in/d9vsV6HA #IndigenousRights #FoodSovereignty #AlaskaNative #Conservation #CulturalHeritage

?? 68 teams. One ocean. One team effort. ?? As #MarchMadness begins, every team is fighting for the national title—but off the court, we’re all on the same team when it comes to protecting our planet. The ocean fuels our planet, producing 50% of the oxygen we breathe. But climate change and pollution are pressing full-court. It’s time to suit up for #TeamOcean, defend our future, and #ProtectWhereWePlay! ?? Join #TeamOcean: https://bit.ly/43bV42a #MarchMadness #TeamOcean #ClimateAction #ProtectWhereWePlay

Ryan Ono, Senior Manager of Climate Policy was at #SXSW talking about wave energy and our commitment to transition to #cleanoceanenergy by 2050. ?? What is wave energy? ?We’ve got a 101 on this new renewable energy source here: https://bit.ly/3FCGZBb

?? This is a critical moment or our ocean as the International Seabed Authority meets this week to consider a mining code. It is urgent that we unite together to stop deep-sea mining. This environmentally and financially risky industry equals the irreversible destruction of the ocean. Learn more about the risks of deep-sea mining: https://lnkd.in/eSpPPhDi

?? No matter what time of year it is, even the smallest choices to #GoGreen can go a long way to protect our blue planet. ?? How will you go green for our ocean this year? ? ?? https://lnkd.in/eKSMGYeH

????♀? Endurance. Passion. Purpose. Record-breaking swimmer Lady Merle Liivand aka The Mermaid ??♀? isn’t just pushing limits in the water—she’s taking action to protect it. As an EcoAthletes Champion, she’s committed to ensuring a healthy future for our ocean and the sports we love. The ocean is more than a racecourse—it’s a lifeline. Without clean water and a stable climate, the future of athletics is at risk. That’s why Merle is stepping up, and now it’s your turn. ?? Join Merle and Team Ocean today: https://bit.ly/43bV42a ???? #ProtectWhereWePlay #EcoAthleteChampion?