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NOAA Seafood Inspection Program Marks 15 Years Since Deepwater Horizon Disaster

The NOAA Seafood Inspection Program continues efforts to support emergency oil spill responses to protect public health and seafood safety.
April 29, 2025 - Feature Story ,
Credit: NOAA Fisheries | Sensory Evaluation NOAA Fisheries | Sensory Evaluation

Reflecting on 15 Years of Science Since Deepwater Horizon: Monitoring Recovery

In the last story of our three-part series, we discuss the role of the Southeast Fisheries Science Center in leading monitoring efforts to track recovery since the Deepwater Horizon oil spill 15 years ago.
April 24, 2025 - Feature Story ,
Three women stand at the bow of a ship looking a several circular, calm patches of water in a row. Scientists overlooking Rice's whale flukeprints—calm patches of water on the surface of the ocean formed by the passing of a whale. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Carrie Sinclair (Permit #29138)

Reflecting on 15 Years of Science Since Deepwater Horizon: Supporting Restoration

In the second part of our series, we’re showcasing the role of the Southeast Fisheries Science Center in supporting restoration efforts related to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill over the past 15 years.
April 23, 2025 - Feature Story ,
Two divers in technical gear securing an orange branching coral in place on the seafloor Technical divers Jake Emmert of Moody Gardens and Devin Waddell of Georgia Aquarium reattach a coral colony (Swiftia exserta) to the reef in the northern Gulf of America. Credit: Georgia Aquarium/Jonathan Langham

Reflecting on 15 Years of Science Since Deepwater Horizon: Response and Assessment

In this three-part series, we explore the Southeast Fisheries Science Center’s role in responding to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. In part one, we focus on response and injury assessment.
April 22, 2025 - Feature Story ,
People in hard hats peer over the side of a large white ship at blue water stained with reddish brown oil NOAA scientists look over the side of a research vessel at oil from the Deepwater Horizon spill. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Glenn Zapfe

Building Futures: How GulfCorps Combines Habitat Restoration with Job Training

In our final podcast, learn about the GulfCorps conservation program. It’s helping local residents get training and experience restoring habitats harmed by the Deepwater Horizon spill that will help them prepare for future employment.
April 22, 2025 - Podcast ,
TNC18005_170314_0257.jpg GulfCorps crews clear vegetation to restore habitat in Florida. Credit: The Nature Conservancy/John Stanmeyer

Restoring the Gulf: 15 Years After the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill

This April marks 15 years since the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Learn about our efforts to restore the Gulf's ecosystem since then.
April 21, 2025 - Feature Story ,
Five people on a boat near a wetland Monitoring at Wilkinson Bay in the Barataria Basin, Louisiana. Credit: David Reeves/NOAA

A Comprehensive Plan for In-water Sea Turtle Data Collection in the US Gulf of Mexico

A resource offering guidance on in-water sea turtle data collection for researchers, restoration planners, and resource managers working in the Gulf of Mexico.
January 24, 2025 - Other Reports ,

Deepwater Horizon: A Moment in Time, Decades of Restoration

From the earliest moments after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, NOAA has played a lead role—responding to the spill, assessing the damage, developing restoration plans, and implementing on-the-ground restoration projects.

GulfCorps Member Alexis Powell: Working with Chain Saws While Achieving Life Goals

The GulfCorps, a program managed by NOAA and The Nature Conservancy, helps restore Gulf Coast habitat and provides young people with a pathway to environmental careers. Meet GulfCorps alumnus Alexis Powell and learn how the program transformed her life.
December 05, 2024 - Feature Story ,
Alexis Powell with a chainsaw. Credit: Alexis Powell Alexis Powell with a chainsaw. Credit: Alexis Powell

GulfCorps Member Eric Lucas: From Fast Food to Full-Time Parks Employee

The GulfCorps, a program managed by NOAA and The Nature Conservancy, helps restore Gulf Coast habitat and provides young people with a pathway to environmental careers. Meet GulfCorps alumnus Eric Lucas and learn how the program transformed his life.
December 03, 2024 - Feature Story ,
Eric Lucas working on a GulfCorps project in Alabama. Credit: Eric Lucas Eric Lucas working on a GulfCorps project in Alabama. Credit: Eric Lucas