Many ships use outdated and dangerous fossil fuels to travel the oceans. We lead international coalitions that advocate a ban on oil in the Arctic and a transition to clean energy for the shipping industry. We also seek laws that protect wildlife and coastal communities by keeping ships out of sensitive areas.

A fight for clean air for Californians

Blog Post | May 19, 2025 | Teresa Bui & Davina Hurt
In West Long Beach, where container ships tower over neighborhoods, a child with asthma struggles to breathe, suffering from frequent nosebleeds and headaches. Her family and many others live...

IMO’s history-making carbon emission levy is a step forward; Pacific Environment argues more steps are needed

Blog Post | May 15, 2025 | Jamie Yates
Key takeaways On April 11, 2025, the International Maritime Organization made history and voted to approve the IMO Net-Zero Framework, setting legally-binding emission reduction targets and prices for non-compliance...
Stand.earth and SIZ hold a mock recruitment event at U of Washington to speak to students about Amazon's shipping pollution.

Activists stage mock Amazon Career Fair at University of Washington to spotlight company’s climate and labor failures

Press Release | April 8, 2025
SEATTLE (Traditional Puget Sound Salish and Duwamish Lands) —  As Amazon continues its aggressive recruitment efforts at the University of Washington (UW), a coalition of climate and labor activists...

International Maritime Organization climate talks fall short, groups still optimistic about clean shipping future

Press Release | April 11, 2025
LONDON — The International Maritime Organization (IMO) concluded its latest round of climate negotiations without reaching a consensus on critical measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the global...
Davina Hurt

Pacific Environment announces new California climate policy director

Press Release | March 6, 2025
SACRAMENTO — Pacific Environment welcomes Davina Hurt as its new California Climate Policy Director, effective January 30, 2025. Prior to joining Pacific Environment, Davina Hurt was appointed to the...
A heavily stocked cargo ship traverses ocean waters.

CMA CGM Group orders electric barge for Nike goods 

Press Release | March 5, 2025
VIETNAM — According to The Maritime Executive, CMA CGM plans to operate and develop a 100% electric barge for Nike goods in Vietnam. The group said that the barge...