Marine Conservation Institute

Stand for Deep-Sea Conservation Marine ecosystems need our protection. "Tracking Bottom Fishing in EU Waters" calls for: ●     Enhanced monitoring. ●     Broader protections for Europe’s VMEs. Together, we can prevent significant adverse impacts and ensure a thriving future for deep-sea habitats. Explore the study and take action: https://lnkd.in/gjjuDxkN   Deep Sea Conservation Coalition Marine Conservation Institute BLOOM Association   #FishingRegulations #OceanGovernance #ProtectVMEs #DeepSeaConservation #MarineConservation

We Need Your Input: Help Evaluate the 2025 Blue Park Nominees! Do you know about the incredible work being done at Shark Fin Bay, Gorgona, Cahuita, Kaho'olawe, or Tamoios? Your insights can help determine which MPAs will earn a Blue Park Award, a mark of excellence in marine conservation. 🗓️ The public comment period is open! Your feedback will guide our Science Council’s assessment and help shape the future of ocean protection. 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gVbkmjR2 Together, we can secure a healthier, more resilient ocean for generations to come. #MarineConservation #BlueParkStandard #BlueParks #BlueParkAwards #BiodiversityProtection #30x30

📢 Spain 🇪🇸 has ratified the #HighSeasTreaty 🎉 We congratulate Spain for its leadership as the first 🇪🇺 nation to officially ratify the #BBNJ Treaty at the UN. Now 1️⃣6️⃣ Treaty champions have taken the lead in the #RaceForRatification! Their commitment to transforming the BBNJ Agreement into action has accelerated the race which is currently requiring 44 more ratifications for the implementation and entry into force by the 3rd UN Ocean Conference in June 2025. Follow progress on the ratification tracker: https://lnkd.in/eTR-DME6

🌊 Marine Protection Atlas Monthly Update: January 2025 🌊 ✅ Fully or highly protected zones: 3% of ocean area 📊 936 Zones / 9.4% of the global ocean assessed 🐬 Explore the full interactive map at mpatlas.org #MPAs #30x30 #oceanconservation #ocean #saveouroceans #conservation

📣 🌊 The ocean needs YOUR voice! The #HighSeasTreaty is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to protect almost half of our planet, but it needs to be ratified by at least 60 countries for it to enter into force and take effect. Urge leaders around the world to ratify NOW: https://lnkd.in/ekvSgaCU   #RaceForRatification #BBNJ #30x30

Protecting Europe’s Fragile Ecosystems Join the effort to protect Europe’s most vulnerable marine ecosystems. Our latest research "Tracking Bottom Fishing in EU Waters" calls for the EU to prioritize: ●     New closures as part of its 2025 agenda. ●     Ensuring comprehensive coverage for all VMEs. ●     Enhancing surveillance using advanced monitoring tools.   The path to sustainable oceans starts here: https://lnkd.in/gjjuDxkN Deep Sea Conservation Coalition Marine Conservation Institute BLOOM Association   #FishingRegulations #OceanGovernance #ProtectVMEs #DeepSeaConservation #MarineConservation

Protecting Our Ocean, Together: The 2025 Blue Park Nominees The ocean is at a tipping point, facing threats like habitat destruction and climate change. Marine Conservation Institute's Blue Parks show that protection is possible, impactful, and essential. Each 2025 nominee—from the endangered Guiana dolphin’s habitat in Tamoios to Hawaiian waters steeped in cultural heritage at Kaho'olawe—is an example of conservation in action. Over the coming weeks, these nominees will undergo public input and expert review to determine which MPAs meet the rigorous Blue Park Standard. Together, these awards drive global efforts toward protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030. 🏆 📢 Your voice matters! Explore the nominees and their vital role in conservation: https://lnkd.in/gMFY9Fbh #MarineConservation #BlueParkStandard #BlueParks #BlueParkAwards #BiodiversityProtection #30x30

Exciting News from the Ross Sea MPA 🌊 We’re thrilled to announce our participation in the newly funded Research Coordination Network (RCN) for the Ross Sea region Marine Protected Area (MPA) – the largest MPA in the world. This initiative, supported by the National Science Foundation, will formalize critical connections between science, policy, and community partners to strengthen research and monitoring efforts in this pristine Antarctic ecosystem. The RCN will focus on: - Policy engagement - Community partner collaboration - Integrated science through data science, biophysical modeling, and monitoring With the Ross Sea region MPA’s first 10-year review approaching in 2027, this work is vital to ensure robust science informs effective management and conservation efforts. Together, we aim to set an example for collaboration in large-scale MPAs worldwide. 📊 Visual by Jack Pan #OceanConservation #RossSea #MarineProtectedAreas #MPAs #ScienceForPolicy #Antarctica

Meet the 2025 Blue Park Award Nominees The Blue Park Awards recognize marine protected areas (MPAs) that set the global benchmark for biodiversity protection and ecosystem resilience. This year’s nominees represent diverse ecosystems, communities, and governance structures. 🦈 Shark Fin Bay MPA Network, Philippines 🐳 Parque Nacional Natural Gorgona, Colombia 🐢 Parque Nacional Cahuita, Costa Rica 🌴 Kaho'olawe Island Reserve, United States 🐬 Estação Ecológica Tamoios, Brazil These MPAs are promising candidates for one of the most prestigious awards in marine conservation, evaluated using the rigorous Blue Park Standard. Discover the nominees and learn how these sanctuaries are safeguarding our oceans: https://lnkd.in/gMFY9Fbh #MarineConservation #BlueParkStandard #BlueParks #BlueParkAwards #BiodiversityProtection #30x30

Ocean Night: Navigating a Plastic-Free Future On February 6, Plastic Odyssey will bring together leaders in ocean conservation to discuss the global plastic pollution crisis and explore innovative solutions. From community-driven recycling initiatives to large-scale ecosystem restoration, this event showcases how we can collaborate to chart a sustainable future. Dr. Sarah Hameed, Director of the Blue Parks initiative at Marine Conservation Institute, will share how the Blue Park Standard sets the global benchmark for effective marine protected areas. While marine protected areas are essential for safeguarding biodiversity and ocean health, addressing threats like plastic pollution is equally critical to ensuring these ecosystems thrive. 📅 February 6 | San Francisco RSVP here: https://lu.ma/gnjfr77i #MarineConservation #PlasticFreeFuture #BlueParkStandard #BlueParks