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COA does not go door-to-door. We do not solicit funds or signatures, or distribute information through canvassing. If you have questions or concerns, COA suggests contacting your town administrator. Please further note that Clean Ocean Action has no financial affiliation with the organization called Clean Water Action (formerly known as NJ Environmental Federation) or any other canvassing organization.

Action Alert: LAST CHANCE TO STOP NESE! 

The proposed massive, dirty Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) fossil fuel pipeline and project requires one last permit from New Jersey to move forward to construction. The permit approval is up to NJ Governor Sherrill and the Tidelands Resource Council. Will they give away NJ’s underwater land for a NY energy project?  

The environment and public health were sacrificed by NY Governor Hochul and former NJ Governor Murphy when they approved nearly all major permits for NESE, which will rip through communities, shorelines, Raritan Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean. But the Tidelands Resource Council and Governor Sherrill still have the power to stop it.

Say “NO” to NESE on April 1st! Click HERE to learn more and take action now! 


Join us for Spring Beach Sweeps – April 11th!

Register today!

WHEN: Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm (rain or shine)

Find site list and info here. Learn about sponsor opportunities here.

Questions? Contact BeachSweeps@CleanOceanAction.org!


COA's 2026 Waves of Wonder: Bubbly Brunch & Marine Carnival was a massive, sold-out success!

Almost 200 friends of the ocean trekked through the freezing cold to celebrate Clean Ocean Action’s 42nd birthday at our sold-out brunch event!

Click to View Photo Gallery!


"SEA" You at Our EVENTS!

For 2025 events information and photos, including from our recent Sunset Soiree, please click here.


COA's Cindy Zipf Chosen Among USA TODAY's Women of the Year 2024

Cindy’s unwavering dedication to protecting the ocean and its thriving marine ecosystem has steered COA through four decades of success. The entire COA Crew, board and staff, are so proud and grateful for USA TODAY's decision as we kick off our 40th year with this remarkable news!

“This recognition is in honor of the amazing science, education, research, and advocacy work of the Clean Ocean Action Crew, the dedicated groups, businesses, elected officials, communities, and thousands of remarkable volunteers of all ages! Success is never achieved alone,” said Cindy.“This publication’s recognition of COA’s transformative efforts should serve as a call to action for everyone to step up to protect the imperiled ocean.”

Waves of thanks, USA TODAY Network for choosing and recognizing Cindy Zipf and COA for New Jersey, and congratulations to all the inspiring, resilient leaders announced Women of the Year!

 

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