Clean Ocean Action

Waves of Thanks for Participating in Beach Sweeps!

Waves of thanks to all who attended our Fall Beach Sweeps! Over 4,500 people pre-registered for the Sweeps, which spanned 80 sites across NJ.

Thank you to our volunteers, Beach Captains, Junior Beach Captains, student leaders, sponsors, municipal partners, and community organizations who made COA's 2026 Fall Beach Sweeps a "sweeping" success! Across 80 statewide sites, your dedication helped protect New Jersey’s beaches, waterways, and marine life. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who gave their time, energy, and support to make a difference for our coast and ocean!

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Harvest Hope for the Ocean - October 1

Thank you for joining our sold-out Fall Gala, Harvest Hope for the Ocean!

Waves of thanks to everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, bid in the silent auction, contributed to Fund It Now, and supported our gala, Harvest Hope for the Ocean! Your generosity and commitment help make our work possible.

Click here to view the photo gallery from the event.

 


Thanks for Coming to the Annual Surf Open!

Thanks to the surfers of all ages and skill levels who celebrated New Jersey's incredible coastline while raising funds to support Clean Ocean Action's year-round programs protecting our ocean, beaches, and coastal communities!

Learn more at: CleanOceanAction.org/surf-open


ACTION ALERT: Tell Governor Sherrill to SAY NO TO NESE

On September 8, 2026, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit deemed Transco’s Water Quality Certification unlawful; it now no longer exists.

This decision by the Court has implications for COA's lawsuit appealing the approval of the Tidelands Utility License by the NJ Tidelands Resource Council.

Tell Governor Sherrill to protect NJ’s waterways, public health, and environment by denying any future water quality certification applications for the NESE pipeline!

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