Kerala to introduce turtle conservation law; Locals to be trained to protect and breed them

State-level and district-level turtle conservation committees have been established, including coastal officials and local committees. Read more here.

US ocean regulator faces criticism over changes to right whale protection rule

The U.S.’s ocean regulator plans to make industry-friendly changes to a longstanding rule designed to protect vanishing whales, prompting criticism from environmental groups who cite the recent death of an endangered whale. Read more here.

Malaysia strengthens marine wildlife conservation

Malaysia is stepping up measures to conserve marine wildlife amid growing pressure from climate change, fishing activities and increasingly stringent requirements from import markets. Read more here.

Ocean Plastic Cleanup May Threaten Neuston, Warn Scientists

These organisms are defined by their habitat at the ocean’s surface film and are considered a critical part of the ecosystem. Read more here.

Kauaʻi environmental, flood forecasting projects recommended for first green fee funding

Earlier this month, the Green Fee Advisory Council created by Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green announced 75 projects it recommends for the first round of funding from the new tax, which is expected to generate about $130 million for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027. Read more here.