Worldwide, many of our favorite types of seafood are becoming less common. The New England Aquarium’s Sustainable Fisheries Initiative promotes ocean-friendly seafood, encourages the responsible management of our fishery resources and provides support to regional and international fishing communities, industries and organizations.

Sustainable Fisheries Initiative Advisory Services

The Aquarium is working with the seafood industry to encourage the development of ocean-friendly aquaculture and wild-caught fishery operations.

Celebrate Seafood

Choose seafood that is good for you and good for the environment. Learn how to make ocean-friendly seafood choices and get delicious recipes.

Celebrate Seafood Dinner Series

Join the Aquarium for a three-course meal featuring ocean-friendly seafood, wine pairings and cooking demonstrations by Aquarium and special guest chefs. Registration is required.

Fish of the Month

Enjoy an ocean-friendly seafood lunch on Saturdays at the Aquarium’s Harbor View Café. Seafood selections change monthly.

Aquatic Forum Series

Addressing urgent aquatic conservation problems, such as commercial fishery management, water pollution and bycatch.