Oceans cool the climate much more than we previously realized

Our oceans do more than just serve as massive bodies of water. These vast, briny expanses actively participate in regulating our planet’s climate. But, how do they do it? Read more here.

Killer Whales have found new homes in The Arctic Ocean, potentially reshaping marine ecology

The vast ice sheets that historically kept killer whales out of the Arctic Ocean are melting as the region rapidly warms. Read more here.

Largest UK seagrass restoration project to end

The £2.5m project, funded by the EU and run by the Plymouth-based charity Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT), aimed to reverse decades of decline which had seen seagrass disturbed and wiped out by coastal pollution and human activity. Read more here.

Marine conservation law and policy: Research investigates effectiveness of UN Convention on the law of the sea

A decade ago, a Singapore Management University academic took in the sights of colorful, healthy corals playing host and habitat to myriad marine creatures at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Read more here.

Norway pauses deep-sea mining amid environmental concerns

Deep-sea mining, which targets valuable minerals from the ocean floor, has raised alarms due to its impact on biodiversity, ecosystem health, and the global climate. The pause allows for further evaluation of the environmental consequences before resuming activities. Read more here.