Water knows no boundary; it flows freely across city lines, county borders, and even state and national divides. When addressing water quality issues, such as debris, stormwater pollution, or ecosystem…
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New data from our two largest community science programs is now available! Santa Ana River Mouth Monitoring Project This project analyzes human, dog, and bird activity at the mouth of…
In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday in City and County of San Francisco v. EPA that the EPA exceeded its authority under the Clean Water Act by…
On February 21, 2025, Senator Ben Allen introduced the Right to Clean Water Act, SB 601, to safeguard California’s water systems by enshrining into state law previous federal protections offered…
Stormwater runoff is the largest source of surface water pollution, ocean water pollution, and marine debris. At OC Coastkeeper, we’re working to address the issue at the source through stricter…
Q: What’s the best way to spend a Thursday night in OC? A: At Coastkeeper’s upcoming trivia night at Golden Road HB! Join us on Thursday, February 27, from 5…
The Santa Ana River is one of Orange County’s most iconic yet misunderstood hallmarks. Despite being the largest river entirely within Southern California and a vital part of our region’s…
After years of community advocacy and legal battles over a proposed Confined Aquatic Disposal (CAD) facility in Newport Harbor, the Newport Beach City Council has voted to repurpose contaminated dredged…
We successfully opened the door for new scientific opportunities in Orange County’s Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)! Last month, the California Fish & Game Commission approved our petition to clarify the…
Pollutants from residential and industrial runoff impact our waters, putting public health and natural ecosystems at risk. So, how does this relate to the Region 8 MS4 permit, and what…
