Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. – Margaret Mead After years of hard work and unwavering dedication to the fight against offshore drilling in the Atlantic, we have won a historic victory. This week, the Obama administration announced its … Read more
In November 2014, Oceana unveiled the prototype of a new tool that will enhance transparency and accountability in commercial fishing fleets around the world. A public version is set to launch this year, but Global Fishing Watch has already been put to the test. Near real-time data, as well as historical data dating back to … Read more
Seafood supply chains are often long, complex, and opaque. A salmon may be caught in Alaska, processed in China, and sent back to the United States before ending up in the grocery store seafood counter. A lack of transparency makes it difficult for buyers to know the origins of a fish, which increases the risk … Read more
As part of a new campaign launched today, Oceana and One More Generation have joined forces to call on the next generation of sea turtle lovers to write a letter or draw a picture to President Obama and Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker, urging the federal government to require Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs) on all … Read more
Last week, Mother Jones ran an article titled “As If Slavery Weren’t Enough, 6 Other Reasons to Avoid Shrimp,” which accurately details the growing concerns associated with imported, farm-raised shrimp, as well as the devastating human trafficking on certain foreign shrimp vessels and farms around the world. However, the proposed solution of avoiding shrimp consumption … Read more
Kure Beach, North Carolina, a picturesque tourist destination known for its small town atmosphere and the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic coast, was ground zero in the fight against offshore oil exploration in the Atlantic Ocean. This tiny spit of sand that 2,000 people call home sparked a movement that has spread like wildfire … Read more
Last month, the Mid- and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils approved policies to protect important fish habitat from offshore drilling exploration and development. Under federal law, the Councils are given a voice in the management of fisheries in their jurisdictions, which span from New York to Florida and cover the area from three to 200 … Read more
We have already protected nearly 4 million square miles of ocean and innumerable sea life - but there is still more to be done.
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