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Call for Proposals – Support for the Creation of New Marine Protected Areas in West Africa
Under the WASOP – Pillar 3 project on the protection and restoration of marine and coastal ecosystems in West Africa, IUCN PACO is launching a call for proposals to support the creation of new Marine ...
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The Sustho Sagor-Healthy Ocean Project, implemented by @worldfish.bsky.social & @wcs.org with support from the @blueactionfund.org works with #fishers & stakeholders to conserve #hilsa, Bangladesh’s national fish. Nijhum Dwip #MPA is a key project site for protecting critical hilsa migratory routes.
Nahid@nahidzm.bsky.social · 7d agoToday, #fish landing centres are busy with last-minute activity as #fishers and #traders prepare for the 22-day #Hilsa fishing ban, which begins tomorrow. Successful conservation depends not only on enforcement but also on the collective efforts of stakeholders. #MPA
The latest from Bangladesh 🇧🇩... @wcs.org @worldfish.bsky.social @oceansteinmann.bsky.social
Nahid@nahidzm.bsky.social · 6d agoThe Sustho Sagor-Healthy Ocean Project, implemented by @worldfish.bsky.social & @wcs.org with support from the @blueactionfund.org works with #fishers & stakeholders to conserve #hilsa, Bangladesh’s national fish. Nijhum Dwip #MPA is a key project site for protecting critical hilsa migratory routes.
10 days to go! 🌱 Applications for @blueactionfund.org “Mangroves, Blue Carbon Markets, and 30x30 in Asia” call close on 16 October 2026.
IKI Medium Grants has great news to share! In just over a week, the International Climate Initiative (IKI) will launch a new IKI Medium Grants call – focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving biological diversity. 🔗 Follow this link to the call page for updates: buff.ly/Zj0zOMp
🌍 #ProtectedPlanet October 2026 update: #WDPCA: 506,250 #ProtectedAreas covering 245 countries and territories and 7,749 #OECMs covering 18 countries and territories. #GDPAME: No new records in the October 2026 release. Learn more ➡️ www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
5 years being part of a great team & working with great partners. Looking forward to more #blueaction to come!
Blue Action Fund@blueactionfund.org · 2w agoCongratulations @oceansteinmann.bsky.social for your 5th work anniversary with @blueactionfund.org 🎉🥳. Excellent to have you on board. #OceanOptimism let's go.
Thanks for highlighing @blueactionfund.org & its upcoming €17million investments in the state of world's mangroves report 💶🌱🌊. ➡️ ogy.de/mno4 @oceansteinmann.bsky.social @oceanweigand.bsky.social
As it stands, only 12% of the #Ocean will be protected by 2030. The latest Ocean Protection Gap Report identifies the major actions needed to put the world on track for 30x30, noting the opportunity presented by the implementation of the #HighSeasTreaty. https://shorturl.at/dQXoE
Should potentially be of interest to our grantees ... @wildtrust.co.za @wcs.org @fundacionmarviva.bsky.social @fondoaccion.bsky.social @prcmarine.bsky.social @faunaflora.bsky.social @nature.org ...
Marine Conservation Institute@savingoceans.bsky.social · 2w agoDo you have data or insights for a specific MPA or MPA network you want to share? Our new portal makes it easy. 🔎 The new MPAtlas Assessment Portal allows users to add information to existing assessments, verify information for draft assessments, or complete new MPA Guide assessments.
We’re eagerly awaiting the release of the 2026 State of the Mangroves report this week: www.decadeonrestoration.org/events/launc... , coincidentialy just in the right time with @blueactionfund.org 's call on mangroves + Blue Carbon www.blueactionfund.org/funding-oppo... @oceansteinmann.bsky.social
Launch of The State of the World's Mangroves report 2026
With 100+ partner contributions from over 30 countries, our report spotlights cutting-edge scientific insights from leading experts, including new, never seen before findings. What is the state of glo...
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Wonderful #OceanOptimism from Indonesia 🇮🇩: New 1,600km² Maksegara #MPA designated in Bird’s Head Seascape. Our project with YKAN supported data collection for the MPA’s zoning design and consultations with the government and communities. ogy.de/qs60 #YKAN @nature.org @oceansteinmann.bsky.social
#glaudyperdanahardja #danielkapong | Herlina Hartanto
𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐍𝐒 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐬𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐚: 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 A few weeks ago, I shared the exciting news of the official designation of the Teon, Nila, and Serua (TNS) Marine Protected Area ...
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⏳ 24 days to go! Applications for @blueactionfund.org's call “Mangroves, Blue Carbon Markets and 30x30 in Asia” close on 16 October 2026. Find the call and application documents here: www.blueactionfund.org/funding-oppo... #BlueCarbon #Mangroves #30x30 #ConservationFinance
📅 The focus of our next IKI BBL will be on ecosystem-based adaptation. Join us to discuss the latest developments in #EbA within the IKI & to hear from four IKI projects active in nine countries. Register here ⬇️ buff.ly/gJgJ93c @umweltministerium.de @giz.de @nature.org @wriclimate.bsky.social
Verra's new VCS Project Lifecycle is a great illustration of the rigour behind credible carbon projects. At @blueactionfund.org, we aim to help high-integrity blue carbon projects navigate this journey - and bring integrity and scale together. #bluecarbon
🔵 Call for proposals: the Blue Catalyst Fund seeks high-quality mangrove conservation and restoration projects globally! Lots of synergies with open call for proposals at @blueactionfund.org. www.faircarbon.org/blue-catalys...
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We’re a team of passionate individuals coming together to harness the power of blue carbon.
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2 fruitful days at the annual retreat of the German Committee for the UN Ocean Decade in Hamburg! There is lots to come, including joint efforts regarding blue carbon at national and international levels. blueactionfund.org
Planning to apply to @blueactionfund.org call on Mangroves, Blue Carbon Markets & #30×30 in Asia? Our updated FAQ provides further guidance and clarifications for applicants. 📄 Updated FAQ: www.blueactionfund.org/wp-content/u... 📅 Application deadline: 16 October 2026
If you haven't started yet, today is a great day to start preparing your proposal for mangrove restoration, blue carbon and #30x30 in Asia. #OceanOptimism
We are at the Tanzanian fisheries conference, Far4ViBE in Dar Es Salaam at JNICC for the next days, if you are around please feel passby to our booth to learn more about Wildlife Conservation Society. #wcs #blueactionfund #tafiri #far4vibe
The latest from Tanzania 🇹🇿... @wcs.org @stacyjupiter.bsky.social @oceangirke.bsky.social
Ferdinand Girke@oceangirke.bsky.social · 2mo agoCongratulations to @wcs-marine-tz.bsky.social for contributing to the establishment and operationalisation of two new MPAs on Pemba island! 👏 🦞 Handing over a newly renovated ranger station to local authorities, who will co-manage them with local communities. #30x30 #OceanOptimism
Less than 10% of most shark and ray habitat falls within marine protected areas, a new study finds. As world leaders push toward 30x30 conservation targets, researchers urge policymakers to better align protected zones with critical shark and ray habitats. Madeline Shaw reports for #Mongabay.
Global marine protected areas fail to safeguard most sharks and rays: Study
In 2022, 196 countries agreed to the ambitious conservation goal of “30×30”: setting aside 30% of the planet’s coastal and marine areas for conservation by 2030 as part of the Kunming-Montreal Global…
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Funding opportunity for grants of up to USD 250,000 for projects focusing on #MPAs in Southeast Asia. www.asiacf.org/30x30Fund/
30x30 Southeast Asia Ocean Fund - Asia Community Foundation
30×30 Southeast Asia Ocean Fund The 30×30 Southeast Asia (SEA) Ocean Fund is a funders collaborative dedicated to supporting efforts to protect 30% of Southeast Asia’s seas by 2030. It supports inclus...
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New grant fact sheet! First integrated network of MPAs and OECMs in 🇧🇩 More on this €4.8 million project ➡ ogy.de/3xe9 @wcs.org @worldfish.bsky.social
Relying solely on carbon markets will not save Southeast Asia’s remaining concession forests, according to a new study. To protect 42 million hectares of vulnerable forest, researchers say finance models must combine carbon credits with blended finance and ecosystem service payments.
Carbon markets alone won’t keep Southeast Asia’s forests standing, study says
Lush, leafy and luxuriantly diverse, tropical forests are home to an immense array of plants, animals and fungi. They also provide humanity with water, clean air and flood protection, and lock vast…
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Opportunity: 29-30 October the Nature Restoration Academy brings together early-career professionals, students and practitioners for 2 days in Berlin, preceded by an online baseline session, to build practical skills in marine and freshwater restoration. blueactionmatch.hivebrite.com/events/218363
Nature Restoration Academy
Between 29 and 30 of October the Nature Restoration Academy brings together early-career professionals, students and practitioners for two days in Berlin, preceded by an online baseline session, to bu...
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A rare yellowfin tuna highlights the rich marine life of 🇧🇩 & the importance of effective MPAs and sustainable fisheries. Through @blueactionfund.org funded project with @wcs.org s.org and @worldfish.bsky.social, we’re working to protect these vital ecosystems. dailyasianage.com/news/356020/...
Rare 29 kg yellowfin tuna caught in fishing net in Bay of Bengal, sold for 40 thousand | The Asian Age Online, Bangladesh
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Contributed to @orraanews.bsky.social discussion on financing high-quality blue carbon by presenting @blueactionfund.org new call for proposals on mangrove conservation and blue carbon development in Asia. 🌊
GCF welcomes Germany’s €32 million commitment to the Green Guarantee Company. The investment from 🇩🇪's @umweltministerium.de reinforces GCF's shared vision of leveraging public resources to catalyse private investment to support #climateaction projects in developing countries. https://gcf.co/3U60Kbt
