Environmental News
Costa Rican Wooden Cargo Ship Takes Shape on Pacific Coast
A Costa Rica start up is building a wooden schooner to take on the task of wind-powered cargo delivery.
Boat Sunk by Pod of Orcas; Sea Shepherd Disputes Bladed Rudder as Deterrent
The 'Bonhomme William' was on a 10-day voyage from Vilamoura, Portugal, to Greece when it was rammed by five orcas.
Hurricane Debby and Pacific Ocean Hurricanes
Sometimes we lament how cold the water is along the California coast, though that is precisely what protects us from hurricanes like Debby, now hitting Florida, or those now crossing the Pacific.
Coast Guard, Good Samaritans Rescue Three From Water Near Honolulu
The Coast Guard and good Samaritans rescued three sailors from the water approximately two miles south of the Honolulu coast on Monday.
NOAA’s Services Threatened Under Project 2025
"Project 2025 … states that an incoming administration should all but dissolve the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration"
A Step Taken in Oakland Waterways’ Long-Awaited Cleanup
The Oakland Police Department Marine Patrol Unit has removed 17 derelict and abandoned vessels (ADV) from the Oakland Marinas.
USCG Completes Cleanup After Decommissioned ‘Aurora’ Refloated in Delta
A cleanup operation has been completed after the decommissioned cruise ship 'Aurora' sank in the Delta in May.
Experts: “Orcas ‘Attacking’ Boats Are Actually Just Bored Teenagers”
In news that should be comforting to no one, the recent spate of orcas attacking boats does not appear to be driven by malice, but rather, by mischief.
World Ocean Day Launches a Multi-Year Action Theme
World Ocean Day is launching a new multi-year action theme: Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean & Climate.
Electric Boating and Foiling Are Greening Our Blue Planet
California has been a pioneering state for generations. The evolution of electric power for auxiliary sail and foiling powerboats is continuing the tradition.
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