oceans
Leaders commit to action at Our Ocean Conference
From April 13–14, leaders from government and private organizations gathered in Palau to discuss the climate crisis and saving the ocean.
U.S. works to reduce plastic pollution
Private and public sectors in the United States are working to combat plastic pollution in landfills and in the ocean. Learn more here.
U.S. protects endangered species [photo gallery]
Since passing the Endangered Species Act in 1973, the United States has helped save nearly extinct creatures. Meet six of them here.
The United States protects our ocean [photo gallery]
Learn about the upcoming Our Ocean Conference, April 13–14 in Palau, hosted jointly by Palau and the United States.
Countries step up efforts to protect marine wildlife
Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Panama are creating one of the world's largest marine protected areas. Learn more about this partnership.
U.S. companies take on climate crisis challenges
Australis Aquaculture and Patagonia are among this year's State Department Award for Corporate Excellence recipients. Learn more.
U.S. innovators use AI to protect land and ocean habitats
Learn about U.S.-developed artificial intelligence tools that are helping to save coral reefs and forests.
How the U.S. helps partners tackle illegal fishing
The United States is working with partner nations to combat illegal fishing, protecting a valuable food source and preserving ecosystems.
Protecting the ocean from 5 big threats [photo gallery]
Learn about some of the most pressing challenges to ocean health, how the U.S. government is working to address them, and what you can do to help.