PinnedAndrew SharplessOil, the Ocean, and Democracy — Belize Shows the Way ForwardNew law in Belize requires that any decision to open its ocean up to oil and gas drilling must first be approved by the Belizean people.Mar 14Mar 14
Andrew SharplessIt’s time to stop cleaning up the oil industry’s messFor weeks, we’ve watched as crews work tirelessly to remove toxic oil spilled along the Peruvian coast.Feb 15, 20223Feb 15, 20223
Andrew SharplessThis Week: New Victories in the Philippines and BrazilIt’s been an exciting week here at Oceana. I wanted to make sure you heard about our two recent victories in the Philippines and Brazil:May 18, 2018May 18, 2018
Andrew SharplessU.S. protects key habitat in the Pacificust last month, the Pacific Fishery Management Council voted unanimously to protect more than 140,000 square miles of vulnerable and…May 4, 2018May 4, 2018
Andrew SharplessChile announces dramatic expansion of protected areas in its seasIn a huge victory for Oceana, its allies and supporters, Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has unveiled protections for large swaths of…Mar 6, 2018Mar 6, 2018
Andrew SharplessSailors for the Sea joins forces with OceanaI am very pleased to share some good news: Oceana and Sailors for the Sea, a non-profit organization dedicated to engaging ocean sailors in…Feb 13, 2018Feb 13, 2018
Andrew SharplessStanding up for the little guysSome of the most important fish in the sea are also the least charismatic. Also known as forage fish, the humble sardines, anchovies…Jan 18, 2018Jan 18, 2018
Andrew Sharpless5 Recent Victories for the OceansIn the last several weeks, Oceana and its allies won five important victories that will help protect biodiversity and increase abundance in…Jan 18, 2018Jan 18, 2018