oceans
Conservation diplomacy will protect the Galápagos Islands
Learn how conservation diplomacy will keep the Galápagos Islands, and the thousands of species inhabiting them, beautiful.
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.
These U.S. scientists are working to save the planet
Seven of the United States' top scientists will work with international partners to identify key areas of collaboration to shared problems.
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.
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.
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.
MacArthur Foundation celebrates ‘exceptional creativity’
The MacArthur Foundation honored 25 individuals in 2022 for their creativity in fields such as math, science and music. Meet three of them.
Combating nature crimes
The United States and Norway are helping create guidelines for how countries around the world can crack down on the illegal wildlife trade.
Want to help make our beaches cleaner? Here’s how.
This International Coastal Cleanup Day, find a shore near you and join millions of others across the world to help clear waste off the beach.