N.J. lawmakers call for stricter fertilizer rules
New Jersey lawmakers, as part of a plan to control the flow of pollutants into the state’s waterways, passed what’s being described as the nation’s toughest restrictions on fertilizer. Is it enough?
Discussion on observed ocean acidification, its impacts on marine life, and potential economic impacts
A compelling testimony in which a NOAA Senior Scientist discusses observed ocean acidification, its impacts on marine life, and potential economic impacts.
Report touts benefit of offshore wind projects
Several national organizations say more political will is needed to jumpstart the budding offshore wind industry.
Federal government reimposes offshore oil drilling ban
The federal government announced it will not allow offshore oil drilling in the eastern Gulf of Mexico or off the Atlantic and Pacific coasts as part of the next five-year drilling plan.
2010 Piping Plover Nesting Results
Results from the 2010 piping plover breeding season were recently released by the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey.