Raincoast scientists summarize decades of literature so you can understand what’s happening on the coast
New fact-sheets make the science clear, with the goal of educating the public in challenging times.
Raincoast Conservation Foundation has developed a series of concise, evidence-based fact sheets that distill peer-reviewed research and scientific assessments into accessible, one-page summaries. The goal is to make complex scientific knowledge easier to understand and use, helping inform public understanding and decisions that affect the Salish Sea, the Fraser River Estuary, and the wildlife that depend on these ecosystems.
The fact sheets bring together key findings on the ecological importance of the Fraser River Estuary, the role of estuarine habitat in sustaining wild salmon, and the cumulative pressures facing endangered Southern Resident killer whales. They also explain the scientific and legal principles that should guide decisions about projects with potentially significant environmental consequences. Across these topics, the evidence points to a shared concern: habitat loss, declining prey, underwater noise, pollution, and increasing industrial pressures are interconnected, and their combined effects can undermine the recovery of already vulnerable species.
By translating established scientific knowledge into clear, accessible information, these fact sheets aim to bridge the gap between research and action. They provide a resource for understanding what is at stake, why these ecosystems matter, and how science can inform decisions that protect biodiversity and support ecological recovery.
