February 7th 2022

Upriver Diversions Can Reduce Impacts of Bonnet Carré Spillway - Restore the Mississippi River Delta

New research shows river diversions can restore vital wetlands and reduce impacts of Bonnet Carré Spillway openings Climate change is causing more intense rainfall across the Mississippi River Basin resulting in more river floods and more frequent use of the Bonnet Carré Spillway.

Lost Bayou Ramblers will headline Shell-A-Bration to benefit oyster reef restoration

The Lost Bayou Ramblers are headlining the environmental Shell-A-Bration festival Friday, March 25.

The community event will take place at Crescent Park and benefits the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana's Oyster Shell Recycling Program, an initiative that collects shells from local restaurants to restore oyster reefs and shoreline habitat in coastal Louisiana.

Tulane research confirms river diversion can limit impacts of Bonnet Carré Spillway openings