Web Directory

» 1 Planet 1 Ocean
   A nonprofit organization founded to explore, restore and sustain the oceans through strong international partnerships, including the Gulf of Mexico and Cuba.
   http://www.1planet1ocean.org/

» Alaska Marine Conservation Council
   A community-based organization of coastal residents and others whose ways of life, and often livelihood, depend on healthy marine ecosystems.
   http://www.akmarine.org/

» Australian Institute of Marine Science
   Conducts research on sustainable use and protection of the marine environment.
   http://www.aims.gov.au/

» Australian Marine Conservation Society
   Non-profit, non-government organization that has a unique role in promoting the study and conservation of all aquatic life.
   http://www.amcs.org.au/

» Center for Bioacoustics
   Focuses on the development of research projects on the acoustic communication in marine animals, the study of practical applications in regard to the monitoring and censusing of cetaceans.
   http://www.unipv.it/webcib/welcome.html

» Center for Coastal Studies
   A private non-profit organization for research, conservation, and education in the coastal and marine environments.
   http://www.coastalstudies.org/

» Center for Marine Biodiversity & Conservation
   Part of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California at San Diego. Focus areas are located off the California coast and the Pacific ocean with a focus on climate change, biodiversity and ecosystems. Includes research areas, staf
   http://cmbc.ucsd.edu/

» Center for Marine Science Research at UNC Wilmington
   Dedicated to providing an environment that fosters a multidisciplinary approach to questions in basic marine research.
   http://www.uncw.edu/cmsr

» Cetacean Behavior Laboratory
   Intended for prospective graduate students and interns of dolphin research.
   http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/CBL/CBLHome.html

» Coastal Resources Center at the University of Rhode Island
   The goal of research and learning at the center is to increase the effectiveness and impact of coastal ecosystem governance worldwide.
   http://www.crc.uri.edu/

» Grand Manan Whale and Seabird Research Station
   Dedicated to research and education to promote conservation of marine ecosystems. Offers programs designed to educate, discover new facts, develop alternatives and to make a difference. Located in New Brunswick, Canada.
   http://www.gmwsrs.org

» Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, Inc.
   Advanced subs, ships, and labs facilitate ocean research and education at our leading-edge, nonprofit organization.
   http://www.hboi.edu/

» International Cetacean Education Research Centers (I.C.E.R.C)
   Contact information about centers worldwide
   http://www.helsinki.fi/~lauhakan/whale/icerc/icerc.html

» International Institute of Fisheries, Economics and Trade (IIFET)
   An international group of economists, government managers, private industry members, and others interested in the exchange of research and information on marine resource issues. Find resources, publications, conference schedule, and member information.
   http://oregonstate.edu/dept/IIFET/

» International Ocean Institute
   Non-profit organization devoted to the sustainable development as well as the management and conservation of the world's oceans.
   http://www.ioinst.org/

» International Whaling Commission
   Intergovernmental body responsible for the conservation of whales and the management of whaling.
   http://www.iwcoffice.org/

» Isle of Man Sublittoral Survey
   Underwater biological survey of an area of seabed rich in the coralline algae species known as maerl.
   http://web.ukonline.co.uk/lveale/index.htm

» Marine Conservation Society
   UK charity dedicated to the protection of the marine environment and its wildlife. Includes information about marine resources and current threats.
   http://www.mcsuk.org/

» National Coalition for Marine Conservation
   Dedicated exclusively to conserving ocean fish, preventing overfishing, reducing by catch and protecting habitat.
   http://www.savethefish.org

» National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
   an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce. Conducts environmental research.
   http://www.noaa.gov/

» Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative
   Protecting and restoring marine resources and habitats in Washington State.
   http://www.nwstraits.org/

» Ocean Conservation Society
   A non-profit corporation, which serves as the parent organization for several marine research projects such as The Los Angeles Dolphin Project and the Yucatan Sea Turtle and Dolphin Project. As the parent organization, OCS organises, administrates and fun
   http://www.oceanconservation.org/

» Ocean Mammal Institute (OMI) --Science Protecting Nature
   OMI collects data on the impact of human marine activities on whales and dolphins. The research results are used to develop guidelines to protect these marine mammals.
   http://www.oceanmammalinst.org

» Ocean Planet
   A Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition where you can view biodiversity tours, view pictures of Sea Turtles and other marine life, and learn about previously undiscovered marine life.
   http://seawifs.gsfc.nasa.gov/ocean_planet.html

» Ocean Spirits are dedicated to Education, Monitoring and Conservation of the Marine Environment
   Ocean Spirits in Grenada, West Indies are a non profit company for the education, monitoring and conservation of the marine environment and marine life.
   http://www.oceanspirits.org/

» Oceanic Resource Foundation
   A non-profit, scientific research organization based in San Francisco, California, dedicated to the preservation of the global marine environment and preservation of marine biological diversity as the path to a healthy and productive marine environment.
   http://www.orf.org/

» SandyHook SeaLife Foundation
   Marine environmental group involved in conservation through education, volunteerism and political action, focusing on migratory predators, sustainable fisheries and marine animal populations.
   http://www.sandyhooksealife.org

» Sea Watch Foundation
   UK-based cetacean monitoring unit and charity organisation.
   http://www.seawatchfoundation.org.uk

» Shark Trust
   Non-profit organisation that campaigns for shark conservation and legislation to protect sharks from overfishing.
   http://www.sharktrust.org/

» The National Association of Marine Laboratories
   US non-profit organization that aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of ocean, coastal and Great Lakes research, education and outreach.
   http://www.naml.org/

» The Oceania Project - Caring for Whales, Dolphins and the Oceans
   Unique Whale and Dolphin photos taken during the Hervey Bay Research Expeditions and news, information and educational resources about Whales and Dolphins.
   http://www.oceania.org.au/index.html

» The Society for Ocean Sciences
   The society aims to educate the public about the delicate relationship between humans and the world's oceans. Provides details of its programs, research and conservation efforts.
   http://www.sosoceans.org

» U.S. National Response Team (NRT)
   Ensures effective national preparedness and response for oil and hazardous materials spills.
   http://www.nrt.org/

» U.S. World Ocean Circulation Experiment (WOCE )
   Investigate the ocean's role in decadal climate change.
   http://woce.nodc.noaa.gov/wdiu/

» Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI)
   The largest independent oceanographic research institution in the United States.
   http://www.whoi.edu/