The Dollemard cliffs at Le Havre in Normandy, France, are part of a rich coastal ecosystem. Since 1960, this Natura 2000 site has been threatened by an adjacent coastal landfill. Holding some 400,000 tons of domestic and industrial waste, it is the largest landfill in France. This waste is leaching into the surrounding environment. The problem is exacerbated by climate change: increasingly frequent heavy storms and rising seas. Unclearly apportioned responsibility and a lack of funding have thwarted past attempts to solve the problem. In coalition with local communities and public authorities, the Surfrider Foundation Europe Seine Maritime has been advocating action to avert further environmental damage. Their efforts recently paid off: the City of Le Havre has agreed to excavate the landfill. €900,000 has been raised from the State, Normandy Region, the City and the local community to restore the area back to good ecological condition.