The World Surf League (WSL) is the governing body for professional surfers and hosts the annual Championship Tour (CT) competition. The WSL was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California. The organization is responsible for organizing and promoting professional surfing events around the world. The WSL also operates a digital platform that provides live streaming of competitions, highlights, and other surf-related content. The WSL is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.