Shark Awareness Day: Protecting the balance of the ocean

Sharks have survived five mass extinctions and ruled the oceans for over 400 million years. As apex predators, they play a critical role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems. But today, sharks are more threatened than ever. Read more here.

Canada’s Pacific coast hit hard by trawling, with limited transparency

Trawling vessels pursuing fish are damaging marine ecosystems in Canada’s West Coast waters and could be operating illegally in some cases, and yet they work with insufficient transparency, a new NGO report says. Read more here.

Fish have voices but conservation policies ignore them

Fish have voices, and the sea is never silent. From croaks that ricochet through mangroves to deep‑sea booms, these conversations guide courtship, navigation, and survival. Read more here.

What are marine protected areas and why are islands important to them?

An MPA is a designated section of the ocean where human activity is more carefully managed for the long-term conservation of marine ecosystems, biodiversity, and cultural heritage. MPAs are often described as national parks at sea: places where marine life can thrive, fish populations can recover, and coastal communities can build resilience. Read more here.

Brazil seeking views on country’s first offshore wind area

Preliminary workshops were held in May which aimed to clarify any doubts about the proposal, as well as to broaden the participation of the public and industry stakeholders. Read more here.