Youth ocean activism is surging in the Pacific Northwest

In the Pacific Northwest, a powerful wave of youth-driven ocean activism is making a significant impact, as young people take the lead in the fight to protect their coastal environments. Read more here.

‘Momentous’ sustainable fishing rules adopted for Atlantic Ocean swordfish

The parties adopted a “harvest strategy” for North Atlantic swordfish and developed harvest strategies for a number of other species that could be adopted in coming years, drawing praise from conservationists. Read more here.

Thai teen takes marine conservation fight to COP29

Satita Ninsuvannakul, President of The Youth Fund and student at Shrewsbury International School Bangkok, addressed international delegates about her “Nets Up Project,” a collaboration with SCGC that targets ghost nets – which make up 46% of ocean plastic pollution. Read more here.

Plastic nurdles: The pollutants threatening our oceans

Along Kenya’s beaches, these tiny pellets are barely visible because they can hardly be distinguished from the sand. Read more here.

Fishermen welcome report on ocean plan feedback

The Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda also applauded Walter Roban, the Minister of Home Affairs, who appointed the independent panel to ensure that all voices were heard. Read more here.