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Unbranded, collective drive to achieve maximum impact for the #ocean, by supporting groups to align around key objectives. #OneOceanOnePlanet
#Antarctic ice retreat could expose vast new ice-free areas and potential mineral deposits over the next three centuries, raising environmental and geopolitical concerns in a warming world.
Emergence of Antarctic mineral resources in a warming world - Nature Climate Change
Melting ice and associated sea-level change will expose new land in Antarctica. Here the authors quantify this change and combine it with our understanding of known Antarctic mineral occurrences, show...
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Pre-monsoon cyclones in the North Indian Ocean are increasing as the climate warms. Rising greenhouse gases are the dominant driver of these changes, raising an elevated risk for coastal regions. #ExtremeWeather #ClimateChange
Global Warming Boosts Pre-Monsoon Cyclones, North Indian Ocean
In recent years, the intensification of tropical cyclone activity has become an increasingly alarming phenomenon globally. A groundbreaking new study by Shan, Song, Lin, and colleagues, published in
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An ocean education programme using books, art and beach visits improved primary students’ understanding of the Great Southern Reef 🇦🇺 and strengthened their emotional connection to the ocean. #OceanLiteracy
Developing ocean literacy through a relational model: Exploring outcomes of a place‐based ocean education programme in primary schools
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At #OOC11, our member @savingoceans.bsky.social announced six #MPAs as winners of the Blue Park Awards. To achieve #30x30, effective management requires long-term investment in institutions, science, monitoring, enforcement and community engagement. #MPADay
Six marine sanctuaries recognized as Blue Parks, four of them in Africa
MOMBASA — At the Our Ocean conference in Mombasa, Kenya, a message echoed across sessions: Effective marine protected areas (MPAs) are critical to safeguarding oceans. The Blue Park Awards, instituted...
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A first assessment of #OceanLiteracy in South Africa shows strong concern for marine protection and widespread engagement with the ocean. However, knowledge gaps and demographic differences remain, highlighting the need for inclusive and culturally relevant approaches. @emmajmckinley.bsky.social
Frontiers | Understanding and exploring ocean literacy in South Africa: an initial assessment
Recent years have witnessed increased interest in human-ocean relationships and the role that understanding these can play in ensuring sustainable ocean futu...
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The “Blue Pacific” concept frames Pacific Island nations and the ocean as a shared, interconnected system. Equitable ocean governance, regional cooperation and Indigenous stewardship can address climate change, protect marine ecosystems and support planetary health.
The ‘Blue Pacific’: ocean governance and planetary health
Published in Critical Public Health (Vol. 36, No. 1, 2026)
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A recent paper proposes a framework for integrating ocean sciences and humanities. A Monterey Bay case study shows how ecological data and historical newspapers reveal fragmented baselines, shaped by social priorities. Rethinking how we know the ocean can widen options for conservation and action.
A framework for co-creating knowledge across the ocean humanities and sciences - npj Ocean Sustainability
npj Ocean Sustainability - A framework for co-creating knowledge across the ocean humanities and sciences
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Genetic analysis across 28 benthic species reveals #SouthernOcean biodiversity hotspots covering 3.46 million km². Less than 30% are protected. Expanding #MPAs in key regions could double coverage and strengthen ecosystem resilience under #ClimateChange.
Genetic hotspots for conserving Southern Ocean benthic biodiversity
Lau et al. examine multi-species genetic patterns of Southern Ocean benthic biodiversity to identify genetic hotspot areas for priority conservation.
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The deep ocean makes up 90% of the Earth’s marine environment & is its largest biome, but remains mostly unexplored. More scientific discoveries are revealing how important the deep ocean is to our planet. DYK the deep sea plays a central role in regulating Earth’s temperature & currents? #ISA31
Deep Ocean - One Ocean
The deep ocean is defined as the sea and seabed below 200m because this is where light fades. It makes up 90% of the Earth’s marine environment and is the largest biome (community of plants and anima...
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Blue carbon ecosystems are vital for climate mitigation, but key knowledge gaps remain. Supporting coastal communities, improving restoration and refining carbon measurements to strengthen conservation and policy should be prioritised. #WorldMangroveDay @mandamin.bsky.social @sciencex.bsky.social
Global study identifies urgent blue carbon priorities in the fight against climate change
An international study warns that critical scientific and practical gaps are slowing the use of blue carbon ecosystems (BCEs) in global efforts to tackle climate change. Led by a team of international...
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Highly protected #MPAs remain stuck at 3.8% of the ocean. In contrast, minimally or lightly protected MPAs continue to expand, increasing coverage without necessarily improving conservation outcomes. Upgrading to high protection would accelerate progress towards conserving 30% of the ocean. #30x30
High-capacity nations can unlock momentum for quality marine protection
Earth sciences; Environmental science; Oceanography
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Cinema can be an ally for ocean ecological awareness. 🌊 "Moana", "Chasing Coral", and "Avatar: The Way of Water" reframe the ocean as a living, relational force. By blending emotion, culture and ecology, films can encourage audiences to care for the ocean and support marine sustainability. #SDG14
Oceans on Screen: Ecological Storytelling and Marine Sustainability in Contemporary Films: Environmental Communication: Vol 20 , No 5 - Get Access
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Antarctic ice dynamics shape how much carbon the #SouthernOcean absorbs. Future retreat of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet will likely reduce carbon uptake in this region, amplifying #ClimateChange.
Melting Antarctic ice may weaken a major carbon sink
Melting ice from West Antarctica once delivered huge amounts of iron to the Southern Ocean, but algae growth did not increase as expected. Researchers found the iron was in a form that marine life cou...
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#MPAs must adapt to climate change to remain effective. Experts outline practical steps to improve monitoring, strengthen governance, align policies and secure long-term funding, helping MPAs become flexible, inclusive and fit for a rapidly changing ocean.
Towards climate-ready marine protected areas: challenges and strategic pathways - npj Ocean Sustainability
npj Ocean Sustainability - Towards climate-ready marine protected areas: challenges and strategic pathways
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The world has committed to reducing marine pollution by 2025, but currently: 🛢️+80% of global wastewater gets discharged back into the environment ☣️ 300-400 million tonnes of toxic chemicals are dumped every year 🥤12-14 million tonnes of plastic enter the ocean every year. #PlasticFreeJuly
Marine Pollution - One Ocean
The world’s marine pollution comes in many forms – from toxic chemicals, sewage and fertilisers to plastics, discarded fishing nets and even the noise from shipping and drilling. Over 80% of it origin...
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The world agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 – but marine protection can’t be judged by area alone theconversation.com/the-world-ag...
The world agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 – but marine protection can’t be judged by area alone
So far, about 10% of the ocean has formal protection as countries work toward the 30x30 goal, but many areas are still protected on paper only.
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#MPAs can act as living labs for ocean governance. Successful collaborative research in MPAs among scientists, managers, and stakeholders, including local and Indigenous Peoples, can improve learning, trust, and adaptive management. @ifremer.bsky.social
Marine protected areas as living labs? Lessons learned & future perspectives - npj Ocean Sustainability
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) management usually involves bringing multiple stakeholders together, to construct policy-relevant research programs and science-based tools for adaptive management. Here,...
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Many coral climate refugia exist on paper but fail in reality. Local human pressures often offset climate benefits, meaning that reducing pollution and coastal impacts could greatly expand coral refuges. #CoralReefs @floridatech.bsky.social https://www.nature.com/articles/s43247-026-03261-0
Local human disturbances on coral reefs negate potential climate refugia - Communications Earth & Environment
Local human disturbances, such as pollution and land-use change, globally suppress coral reefs, particularly inshore, turbid reefs, that may be climate refugia if local stressors were reduced, based o...
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The #HighSeasTreaty is now law, offering a historic chance to protect half the planet. Authors argue that science must lead its implementation, with strong, well-designed #MPAs at the heart of meaningful ocean protection.
A Landmark 'High Seas Treaty' Has Arrived. Here's Why It's a Big Deal.
The United Nations Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement (BBNJA) – nicknamed the 'High Seas Treaty' – comes into force on January 17, a massive milestone in efforts to conserve marine li...
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Happy #SharkAwarenessDay!🦈 Sharks play a very important role in helping maintain the delicate balance of marine life. However, they are in rapid decline and vulnerable to over-exploitation and #overfishing. Which species is your favourite? Tell us in the comments ↩️
Pacific gray whales facing ‘catastrophic’ die-off as climate crisis hits food supply | Whales https://www.europesays.com/uk/1083920/ Climate change is driving a gray whale “catastrophic mortality event” in the Pacific Ocean as melting sea ice…
Pacific gray whales facing ‘catastrophic’ die-off as climate crisis hits food supply | Whales - United Kingdom
Climate change is driving a gray whale “catastrophic mortality event” in the Pacific Ocean as melting sea ice depletes food sources and the animals starve,
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Analysis suggests as many as 25,000 people may have died in Europe as a result of June’s extreme heat #climatecrisis Podcast with me, @pennysarchet.bsky.social, @mjflepage.bsky.social and @alecluhn.com www.youtube.com/watch?v=hI1U...
Heatwaves Are Getting Deadlier - And It’s Going To Get Worse
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Climate signals are emerging across Antarctic ecosystems: ❄️ In eastern Antarctic regions, sea ice shifts emerge earlier than elsewhere 🐧 Fish biomass & penguin population growth rates appear before changes in sea ice. These results can offer critical guidance for #Antarctic conservation planning.
Emergent climate change signals within Antarctic sea ice and associated ecosystems - Nature Climate Change
The authors model the emergence of climate-driven changes in Antarctic sea ice, phytoplankton, krill, fish and penguins. They show earlier emergence for higher trophic levels, as well as highly season...
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Six nations report 30x30 progress mainly from remote overseas territories, while protecting little of their own coastal waters. The findings raise concerns about equity, ecological representation and the effectiveness of marine protection. #30x30 #MPAs
Achieving 30×30: How different nations report their contributions to international marine conservation targets - npj Ocean Sustainability
npj Ocean Sustainability - Achieving 30×30: How different nations report their contributions to international marine conservation targets
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The Arctic Ocean May Have Passed a Crucial Tipping Point That Could Harm Food Webs and Worsen Climate Change
The Arctic Ocean May Have Passed a Crucial Tipping Point That Could Harm Food Webs and Worsen Climate Change
Sea ice loss seems to have triggered a decline in the nutrient nitrate, affecting the tiny organisms that form the foundations of marine food chains and absorb atmospheric carbon dioxide, according to...
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New opinion from international courts strengthen the legal case for protecting the ocean from #ClimateChange. It gives Small Island Developing States stronger tools to demand climate action under Sustainable Development Goal 14 #SDG14. @frontiersin.bsky.social
Frontiers | Advisory opinion of the ITLOS on climate change and International Law on the Request of Small Island Developing States (SIDS): a Sustainable Development Goal - 14 (SDG 14) perspective
Recently, international judicial forums have issued landmark advisory opinions on the subject of the ocean–climate nexus. The opinions are based on the recog...
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Deep-sea coral and sponge hotspots on the Corner Rise #seamounts, in an area beyond national jurisdiction, meet international criteria for Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems. #HighSeas #MPAs @planulara.bsky.social https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/marine-science/articles/10.3389/fmars.2026.1752067/full
Ocean planning often misses what the ocean means to people. A recent study shows how community-led mapping in 🇿🇦 can bring sociocultural values and lived experience into ocean governance, supporting inclusive decision-making and fairer decisions.
Participatory community mapping to include sociocultural dimensions in ocean governance - Sustainability Science
Methods to include sociocultural dimensions in ocean governance are important, but not well developed. Here we provide a methodology for participatory community mapping of sociocultural dimensions att...
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Global leaders at #OurOceanConference in Mombasa emphasize the ocean's role in climate action. 🌊"Today, the challenge is no longer making the case for why the ocean matters," said Dr M.Scherer, COP30 Ocean Envoy for Brazil. "The challenge is implementation." More info: allafrica.com/stories/2026...
Africa: Global Leaders Say Ocean Is No Longer Optional in Climate Action
As temperatures climb, scientists warn the seas are approaching a perilous tipping point. Warming oceans are changing marine ecosystems and elevating climate risks to communities across the globe, fro...
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The OceanLove Innovation Award invites creative minds to submit ideas for new products, tools, campaigns, or initiatives that can contribute to conserving the ocean, seas, marine resources, and ecosystems. Do you have an innovative idea? Submit yours! 👉 Deadline: 31 Aug @unoceandecade.bsky.social
Ocean Love Innovation Award: Pioneering Change for Healthier Seas
Discover the Ocean Love Innovation Award - a platform empowering creative solutions to protect our oceans. Join a global network of visionaries, apply for the award, and contribute to vital ocean cons...
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