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Ocean Conservation News – 04/16/2024

by Camille Quintos
Surfers on Sea Under Blue Sky

Sea turtles released into ocean after months of rehab at Pittsburgh Zoo

The turtles were released at Little Talbot Island State Park in Florida on Tuesday. The Pittsburgh Zoo shared a video to social media showing staff returning the turtles to the ocean. Read more here.

Reduced ship speed off California Coast lower air pollution and threat to whales

A record number of cargo companies voluntarily reduced ship speeds off California to ease coastal air pollution and lower risks to whales, according to a marine conservation program called Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies. Read more here.

Seagrass planted to tackle global warming

Cumbria Wildlife Trust is restoring a vast seagrass meadow near Barrow, in south Cumbria, at a cost of £141,000 – including partial funding from the Environment Agency. Read more here.

How investment in research can unlock solutions for ocean conservation

Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, the minister of Marine and Blue Economy, has stated that investments in research, innovation and technology could unlock new solutions for ocean conservation, resource efficiency, and climate resilience. Read more here.

Will deep sea mining suffocate ocean conservation?

Conservation efforts are essential for the ocean to be a part of the climate solution — and for the preservation of marine life, a value unto itself. Read more here.

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