The National Estuary Program Story Map

Since 1987, the EPA National Estuary Program (NEP) has made a unique and lasting contribution to protecting and restoring our nation’s estuaries, delivering environmental and public health benefits to the American people. This story map describes the 28 National Estuary Programs, the issues they face, and how place-based partnerships coordinate local actions.

Click HERE to learn more about PREP, the National Estuary Program overall, and our sister NEPs from coast to coast.