Jan 13, 2026
A Plan for Rhode Island’s Ocean
Rhode Island’s ocean is vital to its economy and environment. CLF was active in guiding decisions on how we use and protect our ocean.
Focus Area: Oceans
Jan 13, 2026
Massachusetts Ocean Plan
CLF was at the forefront when Massachusetts created a comprehensive ocean management plan.
Dec 15, 2025
A Sustainable (and Tasty) Solution to Ocean Health
Since 2019, Ken Sparta and his son Leo have quite literally leapt into the world of oyster and kelp farming, where they now regularly pull oysters and kelp from the coastal waters near Freeport, Maine. In fact, in 2024, Spartan Sea Farms hauled 100,000 pounds of kelp out of the water.
Dec 09, 2025
Building the Momentum for On-Demand Fishing
On-demand fishing gear, with fewer dangerous lines that can entangle marine life, is a key tool in protecting right whales
Nov 21, 2025
“A Remarkable, Unique Place”: Three Divers on Their Visit to Cashes Ledge
CLF scientist Gareth Lawson interviews three divers about their experience diving Cashes Ledge, an extraordinary marine habitat in the Gulf of Maine.
Nov 21, 2025
Broad Coalition Condemns Trump Administration’s Plans to Expand Offshore Drilling Off U.S. Coasts
Opening our waters to oil and gas drilling will only fuel the climate crisis and put us at risk of catastrophic oil spills.
Nov 19, 2025
Court Rules That Tracking Lobster Vessels for Conservation and Sustainability is Legal
CLF has long fought to improve fisheries management in New England, and we’ll continue to do so until New England’s ocean, fisheries, and marine life can all thrive.
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.
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.
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.
