Alexandra Cousteau

With his 'Undersea World' he educated a generation the world over about marine biology and exploration.  We look at the legacy of Jacques-Yves Cousteau.  As a child, my 1970s Saturday evenings always started by watching The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau on television.  His documentaries and filming were always breath-taking and cutting edge, and his passion for the environment shone through. His contributions to marine science run much deeper than television though.  With his iconic...Read Full Story

In spite of what scientists and water conservationists are telling us about the delicate state of the Potomac, Congress is actively pursuing legislation that will reduce federal environmental oversight of our lakes, rivers, and streams.Read More... More on WaterRead Full Story

On this centennial of the birth of Jacques-Yves Cousteau, I'd like to reprint an article from today's National Geographic News, that pretty much says it all as to why this man was such a seminal figure in bringing oceanography and ocean conservation to the masses:Jacques Cousteau Centennial: What He Did, Why He MattersMarking Cousteau's hundredth anniversary—five successes, one great legacy. By Ker Than for National Geographic News Published June 11, 2010The late Jacques Cousteau's hundredth...Read Full Story

by Dennis Behreandt June 11 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of explorer, scientist, and environmentalist Jacques Cousteau. Born in 1910, he served in the French Navy before and during World War II, and went on to invent the “Aqua-Lung” which revolutionized underwater diving and exploration. He became famous with the production of his television specials, including The World of Jacques-Yves Cousteau and later, The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau. Today he is viewed as a hero by...Read Full Story

With his 'Undersea World' he educated a generation the world over about marine biology and exploration.  We look at the legacy of Jacques-Yves Cousteau.  As a child, my 1970s Saturday evenings always started by watching The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau on television.  His documentaries and filming were always breath-taking and cutting edge, and his passion for the environment shone through. His contributions to marine science run much deeper than television though.  With his iconic...Read Full Story