Wattenrat

Wattenrat Ostfriesland is an independent nature conservation organization focused on protecting the North Sea coast and the Wadden Sea region. Through its website, the group publishes reports, commentary, historical material and updates on environmental issues affecting East Frisia, the Ems estuary and the East Frisian Islands. Its coverage includes wildlife and habitat conservation, coastal development, offshore wind power, energy infrastructure, dredging and sediment disposal, tourism, agriculture and climate policy.

Articles draw on field observations, research, photographs and contributions from knowledgeable local observers, including reporting on bird populations and changes to coastal ecosystems. The site also preserves archival and special features on subjects such as the history of Memmert bird island and past protests against hovercraft in the Wadden Sea. Wattenrat presents itself as an independent information and advocacy resource rather than a commercial product provider: its principal offering is environmental reporting and documentation intended to inform public discussion about conservation and development along the coast