Our ocean's health is our planet's health. It absorbs heat and CO₂, regulates climate, and fuels a sustainable economy. Protecting it from climate change is crucial for our future.

Advancing and scaling the supply of green fuels to decarbonize the maritime sector demands government action and policy measures to help close the price gap.

Using data collected by the krill fishing industry, scientists can better understand the species' vital role supporting Antarctica's delicate ecosystem.

Shipping is responsible for 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Here's what the First Movers Coalition is doing to decarbonize the sector.

Mangrove forests can play an important role in meeting global environmental targets and COP28 offers the ideal opportunity to turn pledges into action.

People in the tropics, or the 'tropical majority', often have invaluable expertise and knowledge of the ocean that is key to helping protect the high seas.

Four ways the public and private sectors can collaborate on limiting the negative impacts of tourism and building a bright future for sustainable travel.

Indonesia is home to 16% of the world's coral reefs, but half of its coral reefs are set to suffer severe bleaching in the coming years. Here's how we can protect them.

Asia is adapting to climate change with nature-based solutions that are less expensive and more effective than built infrastructure. Here are eight examples.

The ocean is already the world's largest carbon sink — and human intervention could boost that. We need to begin researching now how to do that safely.

With global warming now heavily affecting Antarctica, it is vital we identify useful tipping points in technology and human behaviour that will help keep the southern continent under ice.

Global warming is making the Earth shake! A new study shows that rising sea levels and stronger storms are causing more powerful seismic ocean waves.

Plastic pollution in Africa borns many adverse effects with several necessary measures to ensure its regenerative and sustainable plastic-free future.

There can be no further delay on finalizing the UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution, which establishes global rules to curb the use of plastics.

The Coral Reef Breakthrough is calling for investments of $12 billion by 2030 to safeguard the future of the world's drastically underfunded coral reefs.

Coral reefs are highly sensitive to climate change, but some are more resilient than others. Researchers are working to identify and protect these resilient coral offspring.

Engaging public and private stakeholders in creating a data collaboration policy framework is a must for building resilience in the maritime supply chain.

Namibia is working with fisheries to create fish by-products that support a sustainable blue economy. The Namibia Ocean Cluster launched earlier this year.

Marine and coastal tourism makes up 50% of the global tourism, so putting a healthy ocean at the heart of decision-making is key for the sector to prosper.

Sustainable tourism is best done through community development ventures with Indigenous peoples, which helps preserve local culture and bring in resources.

New fish smoking kiln in Uganda reduces cancer risk for women and makes the process more efficient while also producing higher quality fish and reducing environmental impact.

Seawater electrolysis: It's either hailed as a wonder solution to create hydrogen — the fuel of the future — or a futile waste of time. Here's the maths.

New MIT desalination system could produce freshwater at half the cost of existing methods, making it more accessible to people in arid and semi-arid regions.

Ocean-based climate solutions can deliver up to 35% of the annual emissions reductions needed by 2050 to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

She how innovative private sector projects and strategic government initiatives are helping to position the Middle East as a hub for sustainable tourism.

The Ghana National Plastic Action Partnership is the platform for multi-stakeholder cooperation to reduce the outgrowing problem of plastic pollution.

Ocean biodiversity is at risk — and we need to keep researching it to understand how to help. Surprisingly, these round-the-world boat racers could help.

Ocean health is at risk and it will take broad coalitions involving governments, civil society and private organisations to restore its potential.

The polar regions are warming faster than anywhere else and could trigger global climate tipping points, putting the Sustainable Development Goals at risk.

Multiple initiatives around the world show that sustainable tourism is possible and achievable, but it will take a huge amount of effort for it to scale.

Here's how the metaverse is being used to educate people about the polar tipping points and to provide them with opportunities to take action.

AI technologies are transforming sectors and industries, but how are they being harnessed to help the planet? These start-ups are leading the way.

Companies secure their long-term survival by minimizing their impacts on marine life and unlock novel business opportunities restoring ocean health.

As an explorer and CEO in the space industry, Dylan E. Taylor has experienced risk in its purest form. This is how he approaches high-stakes decisions.

Marine heatwaves are becoming more frequent & intense, affecting the seafloor & causing coral bleaching and loss of marine life. More research is needed to mitigate the effects.

African leaders called for new worldwide taxes to fund climate action. The Nairobi Declaration was issued at the end of the Africa Climate Summit in Kenya.

Roboticists at the University of Notre Dame have developed robot sea turtles that they say could be used to help real ones and advance other fields of robotics.

"Nature-positive action", "greenwashing", "greenhushing"... Here's what it all means — and how communicators can ensure their message lands among the noise.

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has launched a new fund to protect biodiversity, with the goal of mobilizing $19.2 billion by 2026. Here's more about it

Researchers have mapped the depth of two remote fjords in Greenland, the shape of which can affect how much glacier meltwater flows into the ocean.

Venice is trialling a tourist tax to tackle overtourism. Here's what other holiday spots are doing, from ecotourism taxes to reservation systems and more.

The current marine heat wave is the worst on record for Florida's coral reef, causing coral bleaching. Here's how scientists and volunteers are working to save it.

Scientists created biodegradable plastics from spirulina, a blue-green algae. Spirulina plastics are carbon neutral and can be cultivated on a large scale.

Headlines this week: how the annual ozone hole has formed early this year; why soil is the most species-rich habitat on earth; and other important environment news.

As leading global seafood trade and consuming nations, Japan and China can together help drive global enforcement of the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.

While waste pickers' work is often precarious and poorly paid, organizations are working to help waste pickers tackle plastic pollution. Here are some examples.

Top nature and climate stories: Average ocean temperatures break records; Amazon deforestation rate is falling; Beijing hit by third deadly storm.

Artificial reefs could help protect seagrass meadows. Study finds that reefs can improve the productivity of seagrass and provide refuge from rising level.

The ocean is critical to the survival of life on Earth, but it is under threat from the climate crisis. This is how robots are helping to protect it.

Underwater archaeology is incredibly dangerous and expensive but a new model can map shipwrecks with 92% accuracy, reducing time, costs and risks involved.

The Tuvalu government and UNDP are developing a Long-Term Adaptation Plan (L-TAP) to provide comprehensive national solutions to sea level rise beyond 2100.

With long-term, accurate, data on fish populations, we can make informed decisions about conservation that will help restore the biodiversity of the sea.

Abu Dhabi wants to turn the tide and see growth in mangrove habitats throughout the world, capturing huge amounts of carbon and helping to reach net zero.

A new study finds that the ocean is turning green, possibly due to climate change, something that could have a significant impact on marine ecosystems.

Ocean noise pollution is a growing problem that is harming marine life around the world. A recent report by the United Nations outlines possible solutions.

Women in Zimbabwe and Malawi are working to reduce plastic waste by collecting plastic from dumpsites and communities and then selling it to recycling companies.

Blue carbon ecosystems store large amounts of carbon and provide important ecosystem services. Restoring and protecting them can help mitigate climate change.

Saving the ocean requires money — but it's an opportunity, too. Here's how China and other countries can expand their investments in blue finance.

China has agreed to a World Trade Organization deal aimed at curbing harmful fisheries subsidies and the acceptance was announced at the Forum's 14th Annual Meeting of the New Champions i...

The fusion of AI and underwater microphones enables researchers and conservationists to monitor and understand diverse species for marine conservation.

Business, government and civil society must join forces to support ocean health. Here's how a collaborative approach can help scale-up ocean innovations.

If 2022 was the year for setting net-zero targets, 2023 is about ensuring delivery. By preparing now, leaders can use more quantitative reporting to feed into future strategic direction.

Warming seas, melting Himalayan glaciers and the planet's slow-draining fresh water resources. It's all in this week's tranche of nature and climate news.

Marine heatwave is raising sea temperatures stressing seagrass plants. Clean-up efforts can reduce pollution levels helping seagrass meadows to recover.

Over $3 trillion in climate finance is needed to reach net zero by 2050. Philanthropy can help drive private-public capital to catalyze change in Asia.

Underwater seaweed forests are important ecosystems that provide food and shelter for marine life but face threats from climate change, pollution, and overfishing.

Art provides an entryway into topics that appear overwhelming and abstract, spurring conversations, here those conversations are about sea level rise

El Nino could lead to droughts in Australia, Indonesia, and parts of South America, as well as flooding in the southwestern US, southern Africa, and parts of Asia.

Oyster gardens can protect our coasts and clean the ocean water that every single person relies on. Here's all you need to know about this restorative climate solution.

Overfishing, pollution, and climate change are all taking a toll on marine ecosystems. Ecosystem-based management (EBM) could help to reverse these trends.

Scientists warn that the Arctic Ocean could be ice-free in summer by the 2030s. The loss of sea ice would have global and dangerous consequences.

A new study on the largest fully protected marine area in North America has shown how preserving biodiversity in oceans does not negatively impact fishing.

On this year's World Ocean Day, Young Global Leaders outline how we can better protect our seas – for the benefit for the planet and those who rely on it.

Efforts are underway to encourage governments to end overfishing while ensuring people benefit from seafood's health benefits.

Top nature stories: UN treaty aims to end global plastic pollution; Almost half of animal species are in decline; New York is sinking under the weight of its skyscrapers.

The perspectives in this article, ranging from business to youth activism, highlight the role of the informal waste sector in addressing plastic pollution.

Every year, humans produce over 300 million tons of plastic waste, and only a small fraction of this is recycled. The rest ends up in landfills and oceans.

World Ocean Day on 8 June is highlighting the global movement '30x30' which aims to safeguard at least 30% of the world’s land, waters and ocean by 2030.

As the UN negotiate a plastic pollution treaty, Nestlé and Danone's CEOs call for all those in the supply chain to collaborate to end plastic pollution.

Nigeria is putting women and people from disadvantaged communities front and center in the fight against plastic pollution choking its environment.

A new study finds that the Montreal Protocol, which aims to protect the ozone layer, has also had the unexpected benefit of slowing Arctic sea ice loss.

The Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) is developing guidance for companies to set science-based targets for nature, with a focus on land and water.

A global treaty would help to curb plastic pollution, maximize the circulation of remaining plastic, and ensure the safe management of plastic waste.

A coalition of leaders in the seafood sector is calling on governments to drive forward measures that can help close the Pacific Ocean to illegal fishing.

To mark International Day for Biological Diversity on 22 May, we’ve rounded up some ways in which AI and other technologies can help protect biodiversity.

Climate adaptation and mitigation is not a fight for Pakistan alone, the unprecedented impact of floods worldwide calls for multi-stakeholder support.

Oceans soak up 90% of the planet's excess heat energy. But as the climate changes, so does the oceans' power to protect us.

UNCTAD's Trade and Environment Review values the ocean economy at $3-6 billion and calls for a global Blue Deal to promote sustainable use of ocean resources.

Want to read the latest nature and climate stories? From this year's El Niño predictions to finding contaminated algae in Arctic sea ice, it's all here in this weekly news roundup.

Climate scientists have described ocean warming as “heading off the charts”. How does this affect our planet, and how can it best be addressed?

Top nature and climate news: Rate of sea level rise doubles in a decade; India at risk from extreme heat; EU makes climate crisis policies more ambitious.

El Niño events trigger intense and widespread periods of extreme ocean warming known as marine heat waves. This can wreak havoc on coral reefs and seagrass.

The development of frameworks for nature has lacked Indigenous people’s leadership, inhibiting the development and assessment of nature-based solutions.

Eight supply chains across major industries account for more than 50% of global GHG emissions. Supply chain leaders must act now to decarbonize operations.

Targets for what’s been dubbed the ‘Paris Agreement’ for nature and biodiversity will be turned into national action plans and business contribution plans.

Top nature and climate news: Ocean surface temperatures reach record high; Ice sheets could collapse more rapidly than thought; Severe drought predicted for France.

The climate crisis is severe worldwide. Yet the polar regions remain particularly at risk as temperatures in the Arctic and Antarctica continue to increase at accelerated rates.

Sea levels on the US Southeast and Gulf coasts have risen by half an inch per year since 2010, a study says. This sea level rise is three times above the global average.

The global ocean surface temperature reached 21.1C in early April, the highest recorded ocean surface temperature since records began, reports EcoWatch.

Overfishing, the climate crisis, and extractive industries are all taking their toll on our oceans. The Great Blue Wall Initiative plans to help. Here’s how.

The forthcoming G7 Summit will be an important venue for discussing how to combat illegal fishing which impacts the environment and human rights worldwide.

Most Australian shallow reef species, including fish, corals, seaweeds and invertebrates, saw population declines between 2008 and 2021, new study shows.

The historic UN High Seas Treaty is a step forward for the ocean, but we need a global dialogue, including all stakeholders, to ensure it is adequately protected.

A terrifying 3D simulation of the effects of climate change on their city has failed to move people to take climate action, a new study has found.

There is the potential for positive tipping points in the fight against climate change, according to a new report called The Breakthrough Effect.

The Netherlands has been going to great lengths to protect itself from the impacts of sea level rise, but most countries need to do much more, experts say.

The climate crisis has caused 57% of the species that live in Australia’s shallow reefs to decline in numbers over the past decade, EcoWatch reports.

Researchers believe climate change is speeding up global ocean currents. Here, Green Matters explains how this works - and what it means for our planet.

When seabirds ingest plastic, it is scarring their digestive tracts and causing what scientists call ‘plasticosis’, allowing pathogens into their bodies.

Arctic sea ice likely reached its maximum extent for this year at 5.64 million square miles – 398,000 square miles below the average maximum for 1981-2010.

Seaweeds can be used to make new products to replace other materials that have larger carbon footprints, including foods and materials and fertilizers.

The UN High Seas Treaty to protect the ocean commits governments to boost funding for marine conservation. It will also create a network of protected areas.

United Nations Member States have agreed the High Seas Treaty ensuring the protection and sustainable use of marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdictions.

UN oceans treaty a 'historic moment'; Energy sector CO2 emissions hit record high in 2022; Danes urged to eat less meat to help tackle climate crisis.

Oceans are on the frontline of the climate crisis, as they absorb excess heat and carbon dioxide. These pictures show some of the ways in which marine life is affected - and protected.

The return of the La Niña weather pattern has seen devastating floods in both Australia and New Zealand. Research highlights the vital role of the public.

They can absorb carbon from the atmosphere at a much faster rate than other carbon sinks, research has shown, but a new study reveals even more.

Top climate and environment news: Antarctica sea ice at record low; Cyclone Gabrielle could cost New Zealand $8 billion; Guyana's carbon-offset future.

Marine protection is crucial for creating well-protected and sustainably managed oceans, and by working together we can clean up all the world's oceans.

In Kenya, small-scale fish farming combined with sustainable agroecology practices is boosting food security for smallholder farmers, reports Mongabay.

Human activity is destroying our coasts - but there's still time to save them, says a new study.

Countries and international organizations are beginning to see how important wetlands are, with some adopting “no-net-loss” policies to boost coverage.

In 1952, a landslide along the coast of Greenland triggered a tsunami that killed a local fisherman. The tragedy went largely uninvestigated — until now.

At 1.5°C of warming, 99% of the world’s coral reefs will die, according to latest research, which says greenhouse gas emissions must be slashed this decade.

Hundreds of bird species use the Salton Sea as a rest stop during migration, but its declining water levels are endangering nature and people nearby.

Biodiversity - the variety of flora and fauna - helps support and sustain healthy ecosystems, says Green Matters, but humanity is gradually eroding it.

Shallow reefs and deep-sea reefs receive little scientific attention due to costs and logistics, but research shows they do face threats.

2016 was the hottest year for the ocean ever recorded, while in 2022, global ocean temperatures were 0.69C higher than the century’s average, says Statista.

Sustainable seafood has risen in popularity, but is it really better for the environment? Here, Green Matters unpacks the meaning behind the label.

From art to music to in-depth panel discussions, ocean action was a focal talking point at Davos 23, here's a round-up of the ocean action highlights.

These start-ups are boosting ocean conservation and promoting a sustainable blue economy through sensors, satellites, artificial intelligence, and more.

Climate change and biodiversity loss are linked in complex ways – neither can be solved if we don't embrace science, collaboration and new enabling frameworks

Restoring the health of the ocean is a key part in combatting global warming. If we work together, we have the opportunity to make real and meaningful change.

Today’s leadership faces multiple, interconnected challenges - and the complexity of these issues requires a renewed focus on what makes an effective leader.

Select experts participating at the 53rd World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos provide their predictions for what to expect from 2023 in their areas of expertise.

Artists like Sarah Cameron Sunde are bringing attention to the existential threat of rising sea levels through unique visual art performances.

As ocean data becomes available, we have promising, potentially mind-blowing opportunities for science-led, data-driven solutions to heal the ocean.

If the ocean were a country, it would have the seventh most productive economy. Conserving and safeguarding it is a win-win for both business and society

Restoring coastal ecosystems could result in a return of $11.8 billion in carbon finance by 2040. Here's how partnerships could unlock the potential of blue carbon for people and planet.

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2023 identifies the key risks facing the world over the next decade. The cost-of-living crisis tops the list.

Glaciers provide water for about 1.9 billion people globally, and their loss could also increase the likelihood of hazards such as floods and landslides.

A new study shows how whales could help fight climate change and reduce carbon emissions to help protect the ocean and lead to healthier ecosystems.

Argentina recently approved a law to protect its Mitre Peninsula. The area is a vital carbon sink, through its range of peatlands and ocean kelp forests.

Protecting Indonesia's remaining peatlands and mangroves is vital if the country is to meet its emissions reduction goal by 2030, a new study shows.

The Arctic is seeing more rainfall when it would normally be snowing, and sea ice that protected coastlines from erosion during storms is forming later.

Floating wind turbines are being tested in locations around the world. They sit on a platform with mooring lines to anchor them in place in the water.

Desalination removes salt from saltwater and converts it to freshwater, but it can produce waste and toxic chemicals that harm wildlife and the planet.

Climate change is making it harder for polar bears to hunt, mate and breed. Here, experts and scientists from around the world assess the animal's future.

It’s a potentially controversial acknowledgement that some places simply can’t be saved, but in some cases it may also be the most responsible course of action.

It's the 40th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Time that we reformed this law to promote equity and protect our natural environment.

Governments must accelerate implementation of ocean-based climate solutions and raise ambition to put the world on track to limit GHG emissions, WRI says.

Climate change is responsible for moving species from current marine protected areas (MPAs), so new MPAs may need to be mapped to maintain biodiversity.

From plastic alternatives to novel ways to capture CO2, here are the winners of the annual Earthshot Prize, a competition that looks for solutions to help repair our planet.

From optimizing whale safety to mapping the sea floor, here's how innovators are uncovering new insights from ocean data and driving marine research.

Global average consumption of fish and other seafood per person reached a record high of 20.5 kilogram in 2019. The highest consumers are coastal nations.

Global fisheries and aquaculture production totaled 177.8 million tonnes in 2020 according to a report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

Battling sharks and container ships, Lewis Pugh swam 123 kilometres across the Red Sea to raise awareness of the impact of climate change on the coral reefs there.

It's time to bring everyday citizens to the negotiating table, so decision-makers have access to real experiences from those most impacted by the ocean.

The deep sea contains 90% of the water in our oceans, but due to the lack of sunlight for photosynthesis to occur, it makes it a difficult place for species to live.

Māori ancestors adapted to changing climate conditions rapidly, and research highlights the changes to resource, availability and population growth.

Ocean 20 launches 12 November to start a dialogue to boost lasting, equitable, resilient growth for G20 countries through a sustainable ocean economy.

From optimizing whale safety to mapping the sea floor, here's how ocean data innovators are uncovering new insights and driving ocean research.

Up to one billion tons of carbon dioxide is released each year from degraded coastal ecosystems. Here's how blue carbon credits can reduce emissions and protect coastal communities.

By 2050, the world will have produced over 40 billion tonnes of plastic, and it's not going anywhere. Here's how collaboration can tackle plastic pollution.

New images show the Caspian Sea's declining water levels over the past 16 years. Here's why that's a threat to people and planet - and what we can do.

Climate risks are impacting coastal cities around the world leading some communities to take their own action to increase future resilience.