marine life

School of fish swimming around clump of seagrass (© Thanos Dailianis/HCMR)

AWE alumna makes waves in sustainable technology

A marine biologist launched a business to recycle marine waste for use in products. Learn how this entrepreneur is advancing conservation.
Illustration of wildlife, including sea turtle swimming under water. (© Anzalone)

Celebrating World Sea Turtle Day [poster]

Celebrate World Sea Turtle Day June 16 by protecting these endangered creatures, and spread the word by downloading this poster.
Sea turtle swimming over coral reef (© Willyam Bradberry/Shutterstock)

These sea turtles face peril

Learn about the greatest threats to sea turtles, and how conservationists are working to ensure a future for these prehistoric creatures.
Turtle swimming near school of fish (© Jay Dickman/Getty Images)

Conservation diplomacy will protect the Galápagos Islands

Learn how conservation diplomacy will keep the Galápagos Islands, and the thousands of species inhabiting them, beautiful.
Photo of sun at horizon with dolphins and fish swimming underwater (© Willyam Bradberry/Shutterstock.com)

U.S. pledges $6 billion to protect the ocean

The warming of the planet means more heat entering the ocean. See what the U.S. government is doing to counter the problem.
Young girls in school uniforms holding large seeds (Courtesy of Patricia Kombo)

These women are creating climate solutions

These four women are helping to conserve the environment and find climate crisis solutions in their communities around the world.
Smiling woman standing on beach (Nicky Rakotondrazafy/Pact/USAID)

Empowering fisherwomen in Madagascar and the Philippines

Learn how the U.S. Agency for International Development and its partners empower fishing communities in Asia and Africa.
People standing by boats near shoreline (Courtesy of MDPI)

U.S. firm boosts sustainable fishing in Indonesia

Small-scale fisheries in Indonesia are using blockchain technology to show that their fish are sustainably caught and to command a fair price.
Fish on display in open-air market (State Dept./Ron Przysucha)

Supporting responsible fishing in the Pacific

The U.S. government, the private sector and nonprofits are working with groups in Peru and Ecuador to promote sustainable fishing.