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BP Oil Disaster in the Gulf of Mexico Our ocean is the life support system for our planet. It sustains us every day — with the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the climate we need to survive. From our personal actions to the laws that govern our seas, it’s time to follow the science and improve the way we care for our ocean. Our media team is here to help tell the story. Also, be sure to visit our Who We Are section »
Press Kits for Our Main Issues
Marine Protected AreasCalifornia's Marine Life Protection Act is a historic state law requiring a comprehensive, science-based network of marine protected areas to preserve critical habitat for fish and wildlife.
Marine Spatial PlanningWind farms, commercial fishing, diverse recreational uses, offshore drilling, and shipping superhighways are all competing for space in the ocean. It’s time to bring order to the ocean.
FisheriesOverfishing remains one of the biggest threats to our ocean. Using science-based management we can rebuild our fisheries, strengthen coastal economies and improve the health of the ocean.
Marine Debris/Coastal CleanupTrash in our ocean is one of the worst pollution threats of our time affecting ecosystems, wildlife and coastal economies. From design to disposal we all have a role in keeping our ocean trash free. 
ArcticThe Arctic, Earth’s air conditioner, is warming at twice the rate as the rest of the planet. The consequences of climate change in this fragile region are massive, and will affect the entire planet.
AquacultureDomestic aquaculture can be part of a sustainable seafood future, but we need strong national standards before industry expansion. Offshore aquaculture is something we need to get right from the start.
Additional Events, Issues and Resources
- Ocean Conservancy Applauds North Coast Stakeholders for Development of Unified Plan for Ocean Protection August 31, 2010
- Ocean Conservancy Joins Project Kaisei Expedition to North Pacific Gyre to Research Marine Debris Threatening Our Ocean, Dispel Myths, and Help Inform Science-Based Solutions to Combat Marine Pollution August 19, 2010
- Ocean Conservancy, Global Volunteers and Partners to Clean Up Our Ocean During the 25th Annual International Coastal Cleanup August 17, 2010
- More Press Releases »
Press Releases
- Murky Relationships Mark Scientific Efforts to Assess Gulf Spill's Impacts (OC mentioned, Stan Senner quoted) NY Times | Aug 18
- Oil, Fish Farming, And the Planet (By George Leonard) Ventura County Star | August 15
In The News
- Kelly S. Ricaurte, Associate Director of Media Affairs
T: (202) 351-0482
E-mail: kricaurte@oceanconservancy.org - Tim McHugh, Media Relations Manager
T: (202) 351-0492
E-mail: tmchugh@oceanconservancy.org 
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Vikki Spruill Op-Ed on the Oil Disaster
In wake of BP spill, will we save our oceans? Read Ocean Conservancy President and CEO Vikki Spruill's Op-Ed in USA Today »
Sept. 25: International Coastal Cleanup
Our 25th annual International Coastal Cleanup is on Sept. 25 — with more cleanups scheduled throughout September and October. Sign up to clean up»