The
Center for
Oceanic
Awareness
Research and
Education

The Center for Oceanic Awareness, Research, and Education

OUR WORK

COARE seeks to enlighten people, young and old, to the plight of the oceans, to change the way they think and act, and to encourage them to create positive and lasting change.

Check out our projects below, and learn more about our legislative efforts, educational programs, and outreach campaigns – and what you can do to save our oceans.

Enough with the Plastic Already!

Plastic is a huge threat to marine wildlife and ocean health. Learn about the commonly-overlooked plastic sources COARE is fighting to keep out of our seas!

Shark Friendly Communities

From enacting shark fin bans across the U.S. to its pioneering SharkSafe® certification program, COARE is looking out for the oceans' apex predators.

Green Divers for Blue Oceans®

Divers have unique insight into ocean environments, and a responsibility to keep them clean and promote conservation. Read about how to help!

COARE Values for the Classroom

Marine educational programming and classroom support to inspire a new generation of ocean stewards.

Marine Protected Areas

COARE helped develop and implement important protections for coastal habitats and wildlife, following CA's Marine Protection Act.

Recent News

COARE's Executive Director was elected to the UN Environment Major Groups Facilitating Committee to represent all NGOs.

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Get involved

Are you passionate about ocean conservation? There are many ways to stay informed and get involved!