Public Policy & Advocacy

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The New England Aquarium is a nonprofit conservation organization that has protected and cared for our ocean and marine animals for more than 50 years. Here, find the latest information about our government and policy work.

Priorities

Tagged turtle released back into the ocean

Combatting Climate Change

Combatting climate change and its impact on people and the ocean

Pilot whales with calves

Conserving Species and Spaces

Conserving species and spaces in a changing climate through the uptake of best available science in decision-making process

Championing Central Wharf and Quincy

Championing Central Wharf and Quincy

Championing a resilient, accessible, and inclusive waterfront as we partner with our communities

Informational One-pagers

plastic bag floating

A Circular Economy for Massachusetts

diver swimming over a kelp farm

Combatting Ocean Acidification

right whale aerial photo

Establishing a Fisheries Conservation Grant Program

wind farm in the water

A Future Blue Economy

wetlands

Promoting Natural Carbon Sequestration

Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance

Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance

Take Action for the Ocean

See how you can join the Aquarium in ensuring a vital and vibrant ocean for generations.

Take Action for the Ocean
Green sea turtles at the Aquarium's sea turtle hospital in Quincy, MA
Green sea turtles at the Aquarium's sea turtle hospital in Quincy, MA Photo: Vanessa Kahn

News & Stories

Read the latest about the Aquarium’s conservation and research work.

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Right Whale research team observing whales
Right Whale research team observing whales Photo: Brian Skerry
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