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State unveils ideas on tackling ocean acidification

Tue, Nov 27, 4:30 p.m.

By John Stang

Gov. Gregoire wants to move forward with a first-in-the-nation effort. But the incoming governor and the next Legislature will have a lot to say on how to tackle the problem.

Salmon: The uphill run for survival

Wed, Nov 21, 12:01 a.m.

By Martha Baskin

Green Acre Radio: Protection and restoration of habitat go hand-in-hand with the revival of salmon.

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NW coal port traffic raises worry about huge marine spill

Wed, Oct 24, 12:01 a.m.

By Floyd McKay

While other areas worry about train traffic and climate change, San Juan Islanders also fear a shipping disaster that could harm whales, salmon, and beaches.

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A bi-partisan move to save Washington shellfish

Mon, Oct 15, 6 a.m.

By John Stang

Gov. Gregoire's ocean acidification panel is wrapping up its recommendations for deterring an oyster apocalypse and lawmakers aren't wasting any time.

Science faces the fate of the sea

Tue, Oct 9, midnight

By Eric Scigliano

Nearly 500 researchers from around the world meet in Monterey for an epic conference on ocean acidification, and Crosscut is there.

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Lummi Tribe joins the opposition to Whatcom coal port

Fri, Sep 21, 5:46 p.m.

By Floyd McKay

Extensive environmental hearings are about to get underway, reviewing the proposed coal port and its impacts. The tribes further complicate the chances for the port facility.

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Former People for Puget Sound employee: 'I am angry, disappointed and sad.'

Wed, Sep 12, 11:46 a.m.

By Mike Sato

After a 20-year run as Communications Director, Mike Sato laments the group's demise.

Washington shellfish at risk

Tue, Jul 24, midnight

By John Stang

A panel is looking at how to respond to a new threat to the state's shellfish.

Seattle's billion-dollar waterfront

Wed, Jul 18, midnight

By Knute Berger

Worried about the risks of the SoDo arena plan? Just take a look at the bill for the new waterfront park.

Saving forage fish: Why the delay?

Tue, Jul 17, midnight

By Daniel Jack Chasan

A fisheries management council will put more emphasis on protecting forage fish -- someday.

Puget Sound Partnership: Can anybody here figure out a plan?

Thu, Jul 12, midnight

By Todd Myers

The cleanup is on a third boss in five years. One problem may be a lack of focus on the hard science of saving the Sound.

Puget Sound troubles: Oysters on a half-life?

Mon, Jul 9, midnight

By Martha Baskin

The effects of greenhouse gases are the latest threat to one of the Salish Sea's most precious resources. But volunteers, nonprofits, and shellfish farmers are fighting back.

Rescue anniversary: for the love of orcas

Fri, Jun 29, midnight

By Martha Baskin

Green Acre Radio: Ten years ago, people and governments in the U.S. and Canada united in a successful effort to save Springer, an orphaned, lost orca. Can the same dedication be brought to saving the species?

Big fish, little fish: Fisheries Council looks at pre-emptive protection

Thu, Jun 14, midnight

By Daniel Jack Chasan

The Pacific Fisheries Management Council could dive into the protection of the smaller species that feed marine mammals, salmon, tuna, and other fish that people love to eat.

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Whale-watching boats: no 'room' for the orcas

Tue, Jun 12, midnight

By Daniel Jack Chasan

A recent tiff over showing a critical look at whale-watching activities illustrates a bigger issue: Is there a way to move forward that is good for all? Maybe so.