Program Term Archive

Human Activities and Threats

Thirst for Oil Threatens Marine Ecosystems

Marine Wildlife

The Trump administration’s aggressive “energy dominance” agenda is posing a serious threat to ocean wildlife and fragile marine ecosystems. Upon taking office, the president swiftly declared a national “energy emergency,”...

Stop Congress from Gutting the Marine Mammal Protection Act

Marine Wildlife

For over 50 years, the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) has safeguarded marine mammals from harm, preventing population declines and accelerating their recovery. By aiming to ensure that these animals...

Marine Pollution

Marine Wildlife

When high-profile oil spills wreak havoc on marine animals and ocean ecosystems, the immediate impact is seen by many—via media images of oiled animals struggling to survive and beaches covered...