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Focus Area: Oceans

Oct 21, 2025

New Population Estimate Reveals Just 384 North Atlantic Right Whales Remain 

The North Atlantic right whale is still one of the most endangered whale species in the world. Without strong, immediate intervention, they will go extinct in our lifetime.

Right whale "Nauset" and calf
Sep 24, 2025

Your Questions Answered: Offshore Wind Farms and Protecting the Ocean’s Special Places 

Will offshore wind turbines impact Cashes Ledge, a cradle of marine life in the Gulf of Maine? We answer all your questions.

Kelp fronds and swimming fish on Cashes Ledge
Sep 23, 2025

Conservation Groups Applaud Deal That Sets Stage for Restoration of Lower Kennebec River

Letting the Kennebec run free can help bring back millions of sea-run fish, preserve our valuable state fisheries, and improve the health of the Gulf of Maine.

A dam in Skowhegan, ME on the Kennebec River. Robby Virus via Flikr
Sep 16, 2025

What are Wetlands? Why Are Wetlands Important?

Wetlands are a critical piece of our ecosystem that must be protected.

Wetlands in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Aug 18, 2025

Offshore Wind Farm Provides New Habitats for Seafloor Life

Early reports from the South Fork wind project reveal that turbine structures are providing homes for marine life

South Fork wind turbines on the ocean
Aug 13, 2025

Protecting “Blue Spaces” to Protect Mental Health

Being in and around water has powerful benefits for your health

Water laps at a shoreline during sunset
Jul 23, 2025

Beneath the Surface, Humans are Threatening Biodiversity in Gulf of Maine Ecosystems

Biodiversity is key to a healthy, thriving Gulf of Maine, but we’re putting it at risk

Fish, sea stars, and other marine life underwater in Cashes Ledge
Jul 03, 2025

Ocean SOS: The Fishy Story Behind Ocean Plastic Pollution

Via a cartoon, a seal and a turtle explain what’s causing plastic pollution in the ocean and who’s responsible.

"Ocean SOS" on a bubbly blue underwater background
Jun 24, 2025

Protecting Cashes Ledge and Preserving the Unknown

Guest author Wilson Haims explores how wild spaces like Cashes Ledge can expand people’s perspectives

Jun 17, 2025

CLF Sues Trump Administration to Protect New England Waters from Oil and Gas Drilling 

Opening the Atlantic to oil and gas drilling is a reckless gamble with our environment, economy, and public health.

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