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The World Ocean Initiative imagines an ocean in robust health, and with a vital economy. We foster a global conversation on how to make it a reality.
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SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT. Confirmed experts speaking at the inaugural #EconGlobalPlasitics Summit include: from , Mitsuyuki Unno, executive director, , from . View the agenda and more speakers fal.cn/3yWy6
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The tenth annual World Ocean Summit brought together hundreds of ocean leaders to discuss and advance solutions to some of the ocean’s toughest challenges: climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. Read the full report here: econ.st/3MVvdlt
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11th Hour Racing Team write on their 2023 journey across the Atlantic—and how their experiences not only shape the crew onboard, but deliver data that help inform climate scientists on the state of the ocean. Dive in: econ.st/3OWw3B6
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"Take a moment today to appreciate the beauty and vastness of our oceans—they could be our biggest ally in the struggle against the climate and nature crisis." Josh Hasdell, who leads 's blue-economy network writes on #UNWorldOceansDay. Dive in: econ.st/3J1zKlc
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In 2022, humpback whale was removed from the endangered species list. This rebound serves as evidence that given the chance, it is possible for some species to recover. This #UNWorldOceansDay, join our community to protect our blue planet. impact.economist.com/ocean
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Small ripples can make big waves. At this year's World Ocean Summit, we asked attendees what they will do to advance ocean health.
What is the one thing that you or your organisation could do in the next year to make a difference in ocean health?
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- Ocean literacy66.7%
- Offshore renewable energy0%
- Blue carbon projects0%
- Circular economies33.3%
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Suzanne Johnson, senior ocean adviser, UN and Dennis Fritsch, associate nature lead at write on the ocean related sustainable bonds. Dive in: econ.st/45OEZhP
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On the occasion of UN World Oceans Day, our long-term commitment to support research and policies that will advance a sustainable ocean economy stands its ground. Celebrate with us! Dive in: impact.economist.com/ocean
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Register free to explore how to protect and value #bluenatural #capital and understand the role of various stakeholders in creating nature-based solutions. The virtual discussion is scheduled to take place tomorrow, for #WorldOceansDay #OceanSummit. fal.cn/3yUaq
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Chris Gorell Barnes, founding partner, Ocean 14 Capital writes on the need to harness the ocean’s power on every level. Dive in: econ.st/3BN1cPy
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The world subsidises oil and gas to the tune of US$1trn. Those subsidies, if diverted to renewables, could be used to deploy a significant amount of sustainable energy to power the world. Dive in to know more: econ.st/3oq9g5W
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"Aquaculture as currently practised does not meet the triple imperative of feeding the planet while preserving climate and ecosystem biodiversity." Patricia Ricard, president of the Paul Ricard Oceanographic Institute shares her views: econ.st/3IsJ0OP
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"This is the year to join the dots and put the ocean centre-stage for a just and equitable transition to net zero" - Chris Gorell Barnes on the need to harness the ocean’s power on every level. Dive in: econ.st/3BN1cPy
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How does the health of coral reefs, our most biodiverse ocean ecosystem, interconnected with human health? Dive in to know more: econ.st/3Bw79Ab
As the international community increasingly looks at carbon reductions and biodiversity gains together, how can blue NBS such as seagrass, mangrove forests and protected whale migration routes be part of the solution? Dive in: econ.st/3M5cjbr
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Tourism accounts for almost half (40%) of the export value of ocean-based industries. Speakers at the 10th annual World Ocean Summit highlighted regenerative blue tourism's planet-saving power and profitability. Dive in: econ.st/3Ms1OjR
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Vincent Doumeizel, senior adviser for ocean at the UN Global Compact and director of the Lloyd’s Register Foundation Food Programme, shares why we should embrace the seaweed revolution. Learn more: econ.st/42zlpEj
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The health of coral reefs, our most biodiverse ocean ecosystem, is fundamentally interconnected with human health. We need urgent global action to tackle the pollution crisis to protect both. Dive in: bit.ly/3nNXjql
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How can aquaculture managers, fishers and fishing communities embrace traceability technology in a way that is cost-effective, accessible and ultimately valuable? Dive in to know more:
A new blog by Vincent Doumeizel, senior adviser for ocean at the UN Global Compact and director of the food programme at Lloyd’s Register Foundation. Dive in: bit.ly/3B6IO3R
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Speakers at the 10th annual World Ocean Summit explain how embedding sustainable blue economic ideas into city planning can attract innovation, investment and tourism. Dive in:
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Experts at the 10th annual World Ocean Summit highlighted how blue-energy projects can be designed to support conservation, aquaculture and more. Dive in: bit.ly/3piAf3o
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This Saturday is #EarthDay. To celebrate this occasion I will deliver a keynote on #ocean sustainability at the 2023 Earth Day Symposium hosted by Miami Office.
Register here (for free) 👇
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As the international community increasingly looks at carbon reductions and biodiversity gains together, how can blue NBS such as seagrass, mangrove forests and protected whale migration routes be part of the solution? Dive in: econ.st/41DN1Hp
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Speakers at the 10th annual World Ocean Summit highlighted regenerative blue tourism's planet-saving power and profitability. Dive in: econ.st/41EjvBp
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From putting an end to plastic pollution and harmful fish subsidies to enabling ecosystem protection, international agreements on ocean governance have made some tidal-sized waves over the past 18 months. Dive in to know more:
We need transformative change to address the biodiversity and climate crises. Will the countries back up their commitments with action? Dive in: econ.st/3odOZjn
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Both carrots and sticks will be needed to create more MPAs and meet the 30x30 goal. Experts at the 10th annual World Ocean Summit agreed that monitoring and managing MPAs is challenging, but that collaborative solutions can help. Dive in:
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Blue finance is fundamental to shaping a sustainable ocean economy, and protecting planetary (and human) health. Why still does an investment gap exist for regenerative ocean-related activities? Dive in:
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At least 14m tonnes (out of roughly 300m tonnes) of plastic waste enters the ocean each year. Experts at the 10th annual World Ocean Summit discussed the forthcoming global plastics treaty and highlighted holistic solutions. Dive in: econ.st/3o9q28I
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Shipping accounts for 3% of global greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions, and around 90% of traded goods travel the ocean. The industry wants to decarbonise, but a lack of regulatory and market drivers is getting in the way. Learn more: econ.st/40iYYBy
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"Our ocean is calling for a change in our behaviour as individuals and in our economic valuation system." Read the latest thought piece by Yabanex Batista, Deputy Head, UN Global Team, Global Fund for Coral Reefs ()
Dive in: econ.st/3nXcDR2
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Can microalgae that have been on earth for more than 2,500 million years help solve some of today’s most pressing ocean issues? Panellists at the World Ocean Summit discuss the challenges—and wide-reaching potential—of marine biotechnology:
Martin Koehring, Head of Economist Impact’s World Ocean Initiative, reports back from a successful World Ocean Summit in Lisbon. Dive in: econ.st/413FGB4
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Deborah Brosnan, President and Founder of Deborah Brosnan and Associates (), shares her views on the need for new funding and enhanced collaboration in this new blog: econ.st/3Kv5n6D
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News feeds are rife with painfully familiar images of marine animals entangled in plastic bags. But we, at the World Ocean Initiative, are optimistic that the tide can be turned and that 2023 is a year full of promise. Read our forward-looking report: econ.st/3KNqEKb
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Experts at the 10th annual World Ocean Summit explained how sharing information and creative communication can benefit the entire ocean community. Dive in: econ.st/400BkJR
We need transformative change to address the biodiversity and climate crises. Will the countries back up their commitments with action? Dive in: econ.st/3ZZyiFq
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Blue finance is fundamental to shaping a sustainable ocean economy and protecting planetary (and human) health. Why still does an investment gap exist for regenerative ocean-related activities? Dive in:
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