Beachgoers Beware? 5 Pathogens That Lurk In Sand
Although most microbes in the sand are harmless, some are linked with disease. Here are five types of pathogens found in sand.
13 of the dirtiest beaches in the world
Wide scale pollution has turned some of the world’s most beautiful beaches into trash heaps.
Scientists calculate impact of China’s ban on plastic waste imports
Scientists have calculated the potential global impact of China’s ban on plastic waste imports and how this policy might affect efforts to reduce the amount of plastic waste entering the world’s landfills and natural environment.
Whale found In Thailand dies from eating over 80 plastic bags
Rescuers unsuccessfully tried to nurse the male pilot whale back to health. A necropsy revealed over 17 pounds of plastic, including more than 80 plastic bags, in the whale’s stomach.
3 SoCal Beaches Among the Most Polluted in the State
Three Southern California beaches are among the 10 most polluted in the state.
Magical Images Reveal the Beauty and Raw Power of the Ocean
On World Oceans Day, pictures celebrate the magic of the ocean. This photographer lives by the tides, the swell, and the wind–championing the natural wonder of our world’s oceans.
World Oceans Day: 8 things you can do to make a difference
The barrage of threats facing our oceans today might seem like an overwhelming tsunami of problems. But there’s hope, according to experts and activists, who say there are a slew of steps you can take to help make a difference.
World Oceans Day 2018: the battle against single-use plastic
From Paris to Hong Kong, and Quito to Malé, on June 8, 2018, people around the world are celebrating World Oceans Day…
Beach Report Card 2017-18: Banner Year for Water Quality
Heal the Bay today, released their 28th annual Beach Report Card, which assigns yearly A-to-F water-quality grades for more than 400 beaches along the California shoreline, based on levels of harmful bacteria.