Activists Protest Deep Sea Mining off Pacific Coast of Mexico Overview Greenpeace Mexico activists climbed aboard the deep sea mining ship Hidden Gem, anchored in Manzanillo Bay in the State of Colima, to protest against the destructive plans of Canadian miner The Metals Company. The company aims to mine the […]
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“Charting a Course: Celebrating Progress in Ocean Conservation”
Charting a Course for Ocean Protection: A Happy First Step Last month, leaders from around the world gathered in New York City to witness a historic event – the signing of the Global Ocean Treaty. This treaty, which was adopted earlier this year, represents a triumph for multilateralism, people, and […]
Deep Sea Mining: A Ticking Time Bomb for Marine Ecosystems
Deep Sea Mining Industry Fails to Get Green Light but Remains a Threat Overview The deep sea mining industry has faced a setback as the International Seabed Authority (ISA) negotiations ended without granting immediate permission for companies to engage in underwater resource extraction. Over 20 governments have called for a […]
The Global Commitment to Safeguard Our Oceans: UN Ocean Treaty Formally Adopted
UN Ocean Treaty Formally Adopted A Powerful Legal Tool to Protect the Oceans In a historic move, the UN Ocean Treaty has been formally adopted in New York, marking a significant step towards safeguarding our oceans. The treaty, which aims to protect at least 30% of the world’s oceans by […]
From Ignorance to Wonder: How Roger Payne Made the World Listen to Whales
Remembering Roger Payne: The Man Who Gave Whales A Voice The Legacy of Roger Payne Roger Payne, the pioneer of whale song recordings, changed the world’s outlook towards whales. In 1970, he released a landmark 35-minute album, “Songs of the Humpback Whale,” which captured and conveyed the sounds of the […]
“Join the Fight for the Deep Sea: Global Day of Action to Protect Our Oceans”
Greenpeace Calls for Global Day of Action to Protect Deep Sea Oceans Greenpeace, a global environmental organization, has called for a global day of action to protect the deep sea oceans on Saturday, 3 June. The day of action aims to raise awareness and demand the protection of the largest […]
“The Impact of Whale Conservation on the Health of Our Oceans”
Can Whales Save the Planet? They’re Vital to Our Ocean Ecosystems, but We Need to Do More to Protect Them Whales are not only majestic and massive, but they play a vital role in maintaining ocean health and keeping our planet cool. According to estimates from 2019, whales can sequester […]