Island nations to lead ocean protection conference in Samoa

Not only is this the first time the biannual event will be held in a Pacific island nation, but the focus on ocean conservation resonates strongly with the region. Read more here.

Government falling far short of marine biodiversity targets

Governments around the world are falling far short on their 30×30 pledges to protect 30% of land and ocean by 2030, according to a new report launched by a group of nature NGOs and funders ahead of the COP16 UN Biodiversity Conference next week. Read more here.

Tiffany and Co. deepens commitment to ocean conservation with a new initiative

This initiative is fully committed to raising over $1 million through the sale of T by Tiffany Smile cord bracelets, with proceeds benefiting The Nature Conservancy’s ongoing work to protect the world’s oceans. Read more here.

As momentum builds for new southern ocean conservation all eyes are on governing body

Antarctica and the Southern Ocean comprise one of the fastest-warming regions on the planet, home to a massive, melting ice sheet that will push sea levels higher and the source of ocean currents that affect weather and biodiversity around the world. Read more here.

Marine evening with a focus on plastic pollution

Using this data can assist local communities in planning and implementing interventions at community and municipal level to mitigate the loss of plastic into the ocean through municipal infrastructure and rivers. Read more here.