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Keeping plastic out of the waterways does not begin at the shoreline. It begins in our homes, schools, businesses, communities, and policies. Whether you live 1,000 miles or 1 mile away from the ocean, your upstream actions make an impact. It takes scientists asking better questions, communities and businesses testing solutions, policymakers listening to the people they represent, and young leaders building the momentum needed to turn good ideas into lasting change.

Every August, National Water Quality Month is observed in the United States to highlight the importance of clean water— a vital element in human health, ecosystem protection, and the overall global need for access to safe drinking water.

‍The future of our ocean depends on the leaders we invest in today. Too often, young people are invited into environmental conversations only after decisions have already been made. They're asked for their opinions but not trusted with leadership. At EarthEcho, we’re working to change that—creating pathways that help young people develop the skills, relationships, confidence, and experiences needed to drive meaningful environmental impact while becoming lifelong advocates for our ocean planet. 

The current administration has taken action to remove protections from Marine National Monuments—including areas that are home to more than 7,000 marine species, culturally significant to Indigenous Pacific Islanders, and among the most pristine ecosystems left on Earth. The EarthEcho International Ocean Protection Ambassadors shared their response to the devastating threats to these unique ecosystems.

Earlier this June, Water Challenge Ambassador Jordan Evans participated in Rustic Pathway’s Turtle Conservation Project in Costa Rica. The core of this experience was conducting hands-on field work with turtles in Camaronal Wildlife Refuge.