Rising seas wiped out an entire species for the first time. Scientists says its a sign of things to come

A unique plant has become the first species in the United States to be exterminated from the wild by the compounding effects of rising seas, scientists say. Read more here.

Shark Awareness Day: Understanding, protecting ocean’s guardians

Sharks have cruised the oceans for over 450 million years, playing a vital role in keeping marine ecosystems healthy. Read more here.

Sustainable benefits of whale remains and their proper disposal

Whale strandings are a common occurrence along the East Australian Coastline. Yet, what’s often overlooked is the question of what to do with the whale remains, a topic that’s now sparking considerable debate and scientific interest. Read more here.

Taiwan passes legislation on marine conservation

Under the new marine conservation act, the Ocean Affairs Council (OAC) is authorized to form an advisory committee composed of academics, conservationists, fishers and Indigenous Taiwanese, with the latter two groups making up at least one-third of its members. Read more here.

Amazon announces ‘largest reduction in plastic packaging’ doing away with air pillows

Amazon is changing how it boxes packages, swapping out plastic air pillows with recycled paper, a move the company says is more eco-friendly and will provide just as much protection, “if not better.” Read more here.