ARCTIC OCEAN The Arctic Ocean is one of the most productive, fragile, and least understood marine ecosystems in the world.  Unfortunately, it is also one of the world's most threatened marine environments. Made up of the Chukchi and Beaufort Seas, America's Arctic Ocean is facing accelerating and dramatic changes due to climate change, along with proposals for massive and risky oil and gas development.   UPDATE: We extend our gratitude and thanks to President Obama and Secretary Salazar for their decision to suspend Shell Oil's plans for drilling in the Arctic Ocean this summer. We look forward to working with the administration to develop a comprehensive plan for the Arctic that determines if, when, where and how development occurs in the Arctic Ocean - and above all ensures that any development in these pristine waters is only allowed to proceed when it can be done safely.UPDATE: BP's Dismal Track Record in... Read More