Coastal Watch Association is a community-focused organization working to protect public health and environmental quality in Texas’s Coastal Bend. It promotes the health, safety, and quality of life of local residents through scientific research, education, communication, and action. Its mission includes encouraging responsible development, informed decision-making, and meaningful community participation so that coastal ecosystems and communities can thrive.

The association’s science program uses air monitoring, water testing, soil sampling, and data analysis to track regional environmental conditions. It makes complex information accessible through clear, community-focused education and opportunities for residents to learn, engage, and advocate. Coastal Watch Association also shares updates on air quality and potential industrial activity, and helps people follow permit reviews and take part in public processes, including submitting comments to regulatory agencies.

Residents can get involved through membership, community activities, events, and the organization’s newsletter, which provides updates and opportunities to participate. The association’s work focuses on issues affecting the Gulf Coast, including water quality, aquatic habitats, air emissions, and the health of people who depend on the region.