Ocean Conservation Resources

Discover organizations, programs, and opportunities to get involved in protecting our oceans

Beach Cleanup
Beach Cleanup

Ocean Conservancy's International Coastal Cleanup

Join the world's largest volunteer effort for ocean health. Every year, millions of volunteers clean up beaches and waterways worldwide.

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4Ocean Cleanup
Beach Cleanup

4Ocean

Professional ocean cleanup company that removes trash from oceans and coastlines while creating sustainable products and jobs.

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Surfrider Foundation
Beach Cleanup

Surfrider Foundation

Network of grassroots organizations working to protect oceans through beach cleanups, plastic pollution campaigns, and coastal preservation.

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NOAA Sanctuaries
Marine Sanctuary

NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries

Explore America's underwater parks - a system of 15 national marine sanctuaries and two marine national monuments protecting special ocean areas.

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Marine Protected Areas
Marine Sanctuary

Marine Conservation Institute - MPAtlas

Comprehensive database of marine protected areas worldwide. Track progress toward global ocean protection targets.

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Great Barrier Reef
Marine Sanctuary

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority

Managing the world's largest coral reef ecosystem. Learn about conservation efforts and how to visit responsibly.

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Oceana
Conservation Org

Oceana

Largest international advocacy organization focused solely on ocean conservation. Working to restore fisheries and protect marine habitats.

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Sea Shepherd
Conservation Org

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society

Direct-action marine conservation organization working to defend marine wildlife and protect their habitats worldwide.

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Project AWARE
Conservation Org

Project AWARE

Global movement of scuba divers protecting ocean environments through underwater cleanups and shark conservation.

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Woods Hole Oceanographic
Research

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

World's leading independent ocean research organization. Advancing knowledge of the ocean and its connection to Earth systems.

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Scripps Institution
Research

Scripps Institution of Oceanography

One of the oldest and largest centers for ocean and Earth science research. Advancing knowledge for environmental problem-solving.

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Monterey Bay Aquarium Research
Research

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

Developing innovative technologies and conducting research to understand ocean processes from surface to seafloor.

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National Geographic Ocean
Education

National Geographic Society - Ocean Initiative

Educational resources, expeditions, and storytelling to inspire people to care about and protect the ocean.

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MarineBio Conservation Society
Education

MarineBio Conservation Society

Volunteer-run organization providing marine biology information and resources to promote ocean conservation.

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The Ocean Foundation
Education

The Ocean Foundation

Community foundation for the ocean supporting marine conservation, research, and education worldwide.

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Get Involved Today

Whether you join a beach cleanup, support marine sanctuaries, or educate others about ocean conservation, every action makes a difference. Explore these resources to find opportunities that match your interests and location.

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