Rising ocean temperatures are pushing coral reefs to their limits, signaling a climate emergency.

The 4th global mass bleaching event is a stark reminder of the urgent need to #ActOnClimate . 🌊🐠 #ClimateAction noaa.gov/news-release/n…

2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the SSF Guidelines. This newsletter reports on recent and upcoming developments in relation to the implementation of the SSF Guidelines that have been initiated by FAO and partners.

Visit: newsletters.fao.org/q/143Iw6BzpDtO…

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a sea #turtle is like? Turns out, it's very chill & relaxing. We've added footage filmed by #turtle s to our lofi music livestream. (courtesy of Dr. Nathan Robinson)
Tune into our continuous livestream on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=px02uu…

#Overfishing is disrupting causing disturbance & damage to the seabed and contributing to rising #GHGEmissions .

Scientists show that by phasing out destructive fishing practices, we can store carbon, restore marine biodiversity & drive climate resilience. communicationsinc.co.uk/ocean_isu_blog…

#DeepDay is in one week! 🗓️ It's the perfect opportunity to shine a light on the #DeepSea and raise our collective voice in support of #DefendTheDeep against key threats.

Celebrate with us! 🎉🥳 deep-sea-conservation.org/explore/deep-d…

Passionate about the ocean? DSCC is recruiting for an Africa Regional Coordinator. Apply here: deep-sea-conservation.org/dscc-africa-re… #Africa #RiseUp4theOcean

At #INC4 countries made progress on what the #PlasticTreaty will do, but the big question still remain: will we get the strong Treaty with common global rules that most of the world is calling for, or will we end up with a voluntary watered-down agreement?
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Did you miss UN DESA Sustainable Development webinar on #UNOC25 ? The 3rd UN Ocean Conference will play a crucial role as a platform for states to demonstrate their commitment to implementing existing agreements.

Watch the recording ⬇️ youtube.com/watch?v=2lP9_A… #UNOceanConference2025 #ImmersedinChange

🙌 Welcome to our 🆕 members!

EnviroVision2050, Global Env. & Climate Conservation Initiative, Feedar & HR Microcredit Unit Cooperative with Board of Directors, and Welisane Foundation join the #RiseUp4TheOcean network to drive collective action to protect, restore and equitably govern the ocean.

#BlueCallToAction

The seabed is not the only thing at stake: #IndigenousPeople human rights are ignored at the #ISA29 #DeepSeaMining negotiations.

Meaningful participation through social sciences & independent international human rights expertise need to be included.
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# Did you know that over 80% of ocean pollution arises from land-based sources? 🧐

Plastic waste is just the tip of the iceberg. Learn about the many types of ocean pollution with this infographic from Boston College 👇

Happy #WorldPenguinDay !
#DYK a group of penguins in water is called a raft, but on land, they're called a waddle?
Penguins aren't just conservation symbols; they're funny, caring, &clever.
Let's act #ForNature to protect these vital creatures & others worldwide. 🐧🌍

@wwfcanada

Happy #WorldPenguinDay 🐧 A recent study warns that emperor penguins could go extinct by 2100 due to loss of sea ice caused by #ClimateChange . Call on world leaders at #CCAMLR to #ProtectAntarctica and designate 3 #MPAs in the #SouthernOcean now: only.one/act/antarctica

🙌 Congrats to the new #HighSeas Youth Ambassadors!

We are thrilled to be working with EarthEcho Int'l to support 6️⃣ young ocean ambassadors to play a central role in the #RaceForRatification campaign to get 60 countries to ratify the #HighSeas Treaty. earthecho.org/news/announcin…

❌ Overfished seas
❌ Polluted rivers
❌ Lost woodland

UK Nature is struggling and we need to stand up for it.

A peaceful march is happening in London, June 22, to send a clear message to UK Govt. We must 📢 #RestoreNatureNow 🌊🌳🐟🌱 Sign up👉 restorenaturenow.com

Historic European Parliament vote today!

I applaud the positive vote & full support for the EU ratification of the High Seas Treaty #BBNJ aiming to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030.

Now we must bring along all international counterparts to ratify it as fast as possible!

🚨👏 Congratulations to the EU🇪🇺 European Parliament for voting in favour of #HighSeasTreaty ratification.

Leadership by EU member states is now critical to ensure 60 ratifications required for entry into force #UNOC25 . #RaceForRatification

Read more ➡️ highseasalliance.org/2024/04/24/eur…

Philanthropy has a unique role to play in scaling up the funding needed to advance ocean global goals, including #30x30 , #SDG14 , #GBF & #HighSeasTreaty .

Our Shared Seas report highlights the urgency of increasing funding for #MPAs to achieve 30x30. oursharedseas.com/mabc-report-20…

At #UNOC22 , as part of a #MarinePollution project, Virginijus Sinkevičius released a bottle that traveled 9,214km in 528 days to land on a remote island in the Bahamas.
ZSLMarine Arribada Initiative Heather Koldewey Alasdair Davies ExeterMarine Oceano Azul Foundation
#OneOceanOnePlanet
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🌊 The ocean and humanity are inextricably connected: we depend on the health of our ocean. The #HighSeas are still vulnerable, putting us all at risk.

It's time to make history - Ratify the #HighSeas Treaty to restore the ocean that sustains us! #EarthDay youtu.be/9F0jIhKK38A