By Caroline Crowley

On behalf of EarthEcho’s global community of youth leaders, I thank the Biden Administration for restoring federal protections for America’s first marine national monument in the Atlantic Ocean. Together with Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante, the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts form a unique collection of cultural and natural wonders.

It is thrilling to see executive action being taken to protect such significant resources for my generation and those that follow.

Our cause is urgent and we ask President Biden to continue prioritizing climate and conservation.

I look forward to supporting future efforts to recognize, study, and preserve these and other important places.

Caroline Crowley is a high school junior from Medford, MA and an EarthEcho Water Challenge Ambassador.