Orange County Coastkeeper

Enforcement- The Organization monitors any pollution that occurs during rain events or through any other activity throughout the region. The goal is to clean up the region, which included polluted runoff from industrial sites of all types. The Organization initiates Federal Clean Water Act based litigation against violators when polluted discharges are consistently non-compliant with State and Federal water laws.

Education- The Organization interacts with thousands of students and citizens at schools and public outreach events to raise regional awareness about watersheds and marine issues. Currently, in more than 40 schools, the Organization promotes stewardship and environmental careers through its Whales program, which provides in-class and field experience to junior high school and high school students each year.

Advocacy- The Organization collaborates on various projects and advocates for stricter storm water and runoff regulations at regulatory agencies and commissions, as well as state, county, and local governments. The Organization promotes collaborative solutions to enhance coastal protection, including ensure public access to coastal resources, and healthy marine habitats.