California’s ocean economy generates more than $44 billion annually and supports thousands of jobs in commercial fishing, tourism, recreation, and shipping. Unfortunately, California’s marine animals, fish, and shellfish farmers and… Read More…
California’s ocean economy generates more than $44 billion annually and supports thousands of jobs in commercial fishing, tourism, recreation, and shipping. Unfortunately, California’s marine animals, fish, and shellfish farmers and… Read More…
July 25th is Swimmable California Day! A day proclaimed by the California Legislature to recognize every Californians’ right to waterways and beaches that are clean and safe to enjoy. Wherever… Read More…
At its March 3, 2025 meeting, the California Ocean Protection Council adopted a resolution thanks to California Coastkeeper Alliance’s advocacy to elevate and communicate the state’s commitment to addressing ocean… Read More…
Just over 10 years ago, California created a network of underwater parks called marine protected areas (MPAs). Today, 124 MPAs protect 16% of state waters along California’s coast – ranging… Read More…
Written by Chloe Fross, Legal Intern from Lewis & Clark Law School At issue: On July 9, 2020, the California State Water Board issued an investigative order to sample for… Read More…
Written by Chloe Fross, Legal Intern from Lewis & Clark Law School COVID-19 waste is turning up gloves, masks, hand sanitizer and all forms of vital personal protective equipment (PPE)… Read More…
Written by Andrew Gard, CCKA Legal Intern from Lewis & Clark Law School Saturday, July 25th, is Swimmable California Day! This day celebrates all California rivers, streams, beaches, and swimming… Read More…
Written by Andrew Gard, CCKA Legal Intern from Lewis & Clark Law School There is nothing more essential to life than water. Unfortunately, the essential nature of water does not… Read More…
April is Earth Month, and here at California Coastkeeper Alliance that means celebrating and protecting all things water. Although most of us are sheltering in place, you might be looking… Read More…
Photo: Florian Graner Kelp forests are an iconic part of California’s coastline. Lush canopies float along nearshore waters up and down the state, hinting at the diversity of marine life… Read More…
