This year has been monumental for the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana.
From planting trees and grasses to protecting coastlines with oyster reefs, your support has helped us make a profound impact on our eroding coastal communities. We invite you to take a journey through our most inspiring moments, milestones and events. Together, we’re restoring, preserving, and advocating for a sustainable future for Louisiana’s coast.
Avery Island Tree Monitoring with ULL
CWRC Tree Planting w/ Ursuline, McGehee, JCFA and Public 3.1.2024
IMPACT 2 0 2 4
Native Plants Program
Founded in 2000, CRCL’s Native Plants Program engages volunteers and stakeholders in restoring Louisiana’s coastal habitats while fostering environmental stewardship and educating participants about the causes and solutions to coastal land loss.
Highlights
39 events engaging 929 volunteers
15,914 native plants planted across 37.4 acres
CWRC Tree Planting with CrossRoads (VA&FL) 3.12.2024
CWRC Tree Planting w/ Xavier, Tulane and Public 3.16.2024
Team CRCL at the Crescent City Classic
3.30.2024
IMPACT 2 0 2 4 Advocacy
CRCL advocates for science-based policies and empowers communities to adapt to Louisiana's changing coastal environment.
Highlights
Generated over 3,000 actions supporting coastal restoration efforts
Helped secure $10 million for the Coastal Protection and Restoration Fund
Zurich Classic New Orleans Oyster Shell Recycling
5.25.2024
IMPACT 2 0 2 4
Coastal Leaders Education
CRCL’s education programs, including the Coastal Leadership Institute and Future Coastal Leaders, empower participants to learn from experts, explore the front lines of the land loss crisis, and collaborate to build a thriving, sustainable coast.
Highlights
Engaged 98 students from 17 schools and 20 colleges
Welcomed our first international student
Kicked off our inaugural class of Coastal Leadership Institute
IMPACT 2 0 2 4
Oyster Shell Recycling Program
Established in 2014, CRCL's Oyster Shell Recycling Program has partnered with restaurants and volunteers to recycle over 15 million pounds of oyster shells, restoring reefs and protecting over 8,400 feet of Louisiana's eroding coastline.
Highlights
665.16 tons of shell recycled, protecting 8,400 feet of coastline
Built the 6th oyster reef in Grand Bayou Indian Village, Plaquemines Parish
Expanded recycling to Baton Rouge and supported restaurants with new tax credits
