Alabama Trustee Group Shares 2025 Coastal Restoration Update, Public Comments Open Through Jan. 28

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Trustee Implementation Group has released its 2025 annual update detailing ongoing restoration efforts in coastal Alabama tied to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, which devastated Gulf ecosystems in 2010. The update was presented on January 21, 2026, and is now available for public viewing on the Gulf Spill Restoration YouTube channel.

The Alabama Trustee Group is part of the Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) process, which coordinates long‑term recovery and environmental stewardship across impacted Gulf states. The 2025 update outlines progress on a range of projects focused on habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and wildlife protection along Alabama's Gulf Coast.

Public Input Encouraged

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is inviting public comments related to the presentation topics. Feedback will be accepted through January 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT via email at ALTIG@dcnr.alabama.gov.

Restoration Efforts Continue

The update highlights Alabama's commitment to restoring natural resources affected by the spill, including:

- Coastal marsh and dune restoration

- Oyster reef and seagrass habitat recovery

- Water quality improvements in estuarine systems

- Recreational use enhancements in coastal areas

These projects are part of a broader Gulf-wide effort to repair ecological damage and support sustainable use of marine and coastal environments.

Stewardship and Conservation

ADCNR oversees the state's natural resource management through four divisions:

- Marine Resources

- State Parks

- State Lands

- Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries

The department encourages residents to learn more about Alabama's coastal restoration efforts by visiting the Coastal Restoration Program page at http://www.outdooralabama.com.