Coastal environments are strongly influenced by upstream sources of pollution and freshwater inflow, and are subject to an ever-growing coastal population. EPA protects these resources through a watershed approach and its regulatory and cooperative management programs.

Partnerships National Estuary Program Marine Transportation System National Dredging Team Coastal America Mississippi River Basin and Gulf of    Mexico Hypoxia Council of Large Aquatic    Ecosystems	Habitat Protection Coral Reefs Creating Artificial Reefs Invasive Species Marine Debris National Coastal Condition Reports Habitat Protection and Restoration    Overview
Ocean Regulatory Programs Ocean Dumping and Dredged Material    Management Marine and Ocean Discharges Vessel Discharges Laws, Regulations, and Treaties	Assessment and Monitoring Ocean Survey Vessel Bold Air Deposition in Estuaries    and Coastal Waters Monitoring Reports and Guidance Volunteer Activities