Clean Ocean Action

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Not Clean Ocean Action! (COA)
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.

REGISTER FOR BEACH SWEEPS NOW!

Fall 2026 Beach Sweeps Registration is open! Please fill out our streamlined registration form and be part of New Jersey's largest community science and volunteer event!

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Time: 9 AM to 12:30 PM (except Delaware River locations)

Click Here to Register


This autumn SEAson, celebrate the gifts of the ocean and those who defend it! Join us at our annual gala and enjoy live music by The Haven, the famous Lusty Lobster Raw Bar, sumptuous dinner buffet, 3-hour open bar, and a silent auction, as we honor true-blue ocean heroes.

Tickets, Sponsorship and Underwriting opportunities are available now at CleanOceanAction.org/gala. Reservations are LIMITED. Any questions? Call COA at 732-872-0111.

Click here for more details about the event.


Join Us at the Annual Surf Open!

Join surfers, ocean advocates, families, and beach lovers for the annual Clean Ocean Action Surf Open, a day of friendly competition and community spirit in support of a clean ocean!

The Surf Open brings together surfers of all ages and skill levels to celebrate New Jersey's incredible coastline while raising funds to support Clean Ocean Action's year-round programs protecting our ocean, beaches, and coastal communities.

Whether you're competing, cheering from the beach, photographing, or supporting a surfer, your participation helps advance efforts to reduce pollution, protect marine life, and help protect the coast and ocean for future generations.

Donate, sponsor, sign up, and learn more at: CleanOceanAction.org/surf-open

 


Clean Ocean Action Sues New Jersey Over Approval of New York Fossil Fuel Pipeline!

On July 20, 2026, Clean Ocean Action (COA) filed a lawsuit appealing the approval of a Tidelands Utility License for Williams/Transco’s Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) fossil fuel pipeline project.

On August 31, 2026, COA filed a motion to accelerate this appeal due to the urgency and public interest of this lawsuit.

Read More Here

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49 Avenel Blvd.
Long Branch, NJ 07740

Field Office:

Gateway National Recreation Area
Sandy Hook, New Jersey

Voice: (732) 872-0111
FAX: (732) 872-8041


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