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Welcome to this week's #OceanDataFriday 🌊 Coral reefs cover 25% more area than previously estimated. Recent satellite imagery has unveiled an additional 64,000 square kilometers of coral cover – an area the size of Ireland. This vital ecosystems span 348,000 sq km globally, supporting marine life and protecting coastlines.  Cell Press, The University of Queensland   🌿 The European Parliament gives green light to the EU Nature Restoration Law. The long-awaited nature restoration law aims to restore at least 20% of the EU’s land and sea areas by 2030, and to repair all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050. A significant step for #MarinePreservation. European Parliament   🦑 100 new species of deep-sea animals discovered on undersea mountains ranges. These include species of deep-sea corals, squat lobsters and more. It is hoped these findings will help efforts to set up marine protected areas at the international level. Schmidt Ocean Institute Javier Sellanes Universidad Católica del Norte   🌱 Fugro maps seagrass on the Italian coast as part of a groundbreaking new ecosystem restoration project. The Marine Ecosystem Restoration (MER) Project of the Italian Government is part of a larger effort under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. Fugro, CGR SPA #Ocean #OceanData #OceanTechnology #CoralReefs #EU #Nature #Biodiversity #MarineExploration #RestorationEfforts

Seagrass beds are very productive Ecosystems, by providing shelters to hundreds juveniles and adult fishes, epiphytic species, mollusks. The role its playing in the entire Ecosystem is so important because it can helps as well by reducing effect of coastal erosion and maintain sediments on the seabed. It is categorized to be one of the most valuable Ecosystem in the world. We can’t wait to start mapping habitats along the entire Italian coast next month for ISPRA – the Italian Institute for Environmental Protection and Research! 🚤🌊🗺️We’ll be deploying our most advanced technology along 7900 km of coastline to collect Geo-data that will support the Italian government’s Marine Ecosystem Restoration (MER) Project and help protect Italy’s vital coastal habitats 🐟🐚 #Fugro #Hydrography #Seagrass 📸 Sante Francesco Rende

We plant trees with Oxford HR for every individual placed and with OXygen we adopt corals for every project undertaken. I love this way of thanking the people and organisations we work with for trusting us with their leadership needs and brand requirements #givingback #worldenvironmentday #designforgood #leadershipforabetterworld

There are a lot of different approaches and strategies being used across the globe to help restore and protect coral reefs. But what is ecosystem-based coral reef restoration? Through an integrated approach, ecosystem-based coral reef restoration aims at restoring the health and functionality of coral reef ecosystems by going beyond just transplanting corals; it considers the entire ecosystem, including the physical, biological, and socio-economic components of how that ecosystem functions. By considering the entire ecosystem and involving local communities, ecosystem-based coral reef restoration aims to create resilient and sustainable coral reef systems that can withstand future environmental changes. Join us tomorrow (Sepetember 4th) to learn how TNC and partners are using this strategy to help Caribbean reefs! Come learn with us and scan the QR code in the image to sign-up. Or click the link directly https://lnkd.in/eBS-Eu6w to join the conversation! #coralreefrestoration #coralreefconservation #coralreefs #webinar #natureconservation #marinemanagement #thecaribbean

🌊 Diving into 'Seascape Restoration': A Global Conversation 🌊 Seascape restoration is more than a term; it's a vision for a healthier ocean that supports vibrant marine life and sustainable human communities. But what does it look like in practice, and how can we amplify our efforts for large-scale impact? As we navigate the currents of coastal ecosystem recovery, the inclusion of diverse voices, especially from outside the familiar waters of the US and Australia and western science, is crucial. It's the collective wisdom that will foster resilient and thriving marine habitats worldwide. Alice Howie, a PhD researcher at Macquarie University and Conservation Information Coordinator with The Nature Conservancy, Australia, is spearheading research to demystify the term 'seascape restoration'. Her goal? To progress the field towards resilient coastal ecosystems teeming with life and offering substantial benefits for both nature and society. 🔍 As part of her mission, Alice is seeking to understand the breadth and variety of innovative seascape restoration projects taking root across the globe. 🤝 We're reaching out to the LinkedIn community for insights: If you're involved in marine, ocean, or coastal habitat restoration, your perspective is invaluable. Take a brief moment to contribute to Alice's research and help shape the future of our oceans. 👉 Share your thoughts and insights: Participate in the Survey: https://lnkd.in/gMhNbBCT Together, let's chart a course for a more resilient and diverse seascapes! #SeascapeRestoration #MarineConservation #CoastalEcosystems #NatureBasedSolutions #CommunityEngagement #TNC #MarineBiology #OceanScience #Sustainability #Conservation #CallToAction

As a purpose-driven business, TMNZ is proud to invest 100% of our profits in Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation, for the environment and our communities. This Conservation Week, we're diving into why our oceans matter. Did you know: 🌊 Aotearoa has the 4th largest ocean space in the world 🐠 But we protect less than 1% of it 🌡️ And our oceans have absorbed 90% of the extra heat we've produced! Through Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation, we support Live Ocean, founded by sailing legends Peter Burling and Blair Tuke. Live Ocean is scaling up marine science, innovation, and outreach for a healthy ocean. Learn more about Live Ocean and how we contribute to ocean conservation: loom.ly/BUipzIk #TMNZ #invested #ConservationWeek

🎉 Exciting news about the ARTEMIS policy strategy presentation! 🌱🌊 Expected outcomes of #ARTEMISproject partners collaboration are: 📍 A roadmap for integrating seagrass ecosystem services into corporate investments. 📄 A Euro-MED action plan for seagrass restoration. 🛠️ A toolkit for seagrass restoration. 🌍 A transnational framework for assessing seagrass ecosystem services. 📈 A guide for scaling up the payment for ecosystem services scheme for seagrasses. Ecoacsa is proud to contribute to #ARTEMISproject Interreg Euro-MED Programme by developing payment for ecosystem services (PES) schemes in seagrass meadows. These initiatives aim to enhance financial flows towards restoration projects, supported by our pilot projects in Menorca, Monfalcone, Sardinia, and Crete. We're also engaged in tracking ecosystem services baselines and developing natural capital accounting tools for marine environments. Great work in Rovinj 💪🏻, Arnaud Terrisse and the entire Plan Bleu team!👏🏻 #Restoration #Seagrass

Today, let's celebrate a few notable organizations that have the like-minded aim of protecting, conserving and restoring coral reefs. The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation is noteworthy on the account of its 10-year global reef expedition to map and curate a record of the state of coral reef communities, on a collaborative, multi-disciplinary scientific basis. https://lnkd.in/gNMT2sMm Another worth mentioning, is the Coral Reef Alliance, on the account of its coral restoration programs that involves local coastal communities outreach, engagement and participation. This requires effort, time and patience on the ground to create individual site-specific success stories. https://lnkd.in/g8Vu_G82 The third notable like-minded organization, will be the Conservation Finance Alliance (CFA), on the account of its well thought-out and structured finance model that engages both private and public partnerships. https://lnkd.in/g-3EnWzD I read the Investment Plan, twice, and this is a good blueprint for corporate, government and venture capital participation with a differentiated return on investment that is well tiered. What do I mean by this? CFA's plan, when combined with site-specific local community involvement, can allow for co-mingling of both conservation-sustainability driven funding, and private return-based investments (as mentioned in CFA's site): A coral reef planting and restoration site can be augmented with an kelp/algae and oyster-farm, for example. Note: Oyster farming has a much lower ecological impact as compared to floating fish farming. Do you know of a notable, liked-minded coral reef restoration that has been proven and has a notable track record of performance? Let me know! In the meantime, let us celebrate these efforts by many to preserve things that matter, for all. #sustainability #money #venturecapital #management

"Thrilled to have completed the Remote Sensing and Mapping for Coral Reef Conservation certificate program! 🌊 Grateful for the invaluable lessons on Introduction to Remote Sensing and Coral Reef Mapping, utilizing the cutting-edge tools like the Allen Coral Atlas, and mastering Multi-Scale Mapping techniques for Caribbean reefs. 🐠🌿 Ready to apply this knowledge to protect and preserve our precious coral ecosystems. Inspired and empowered to make a positive impact! 💪🌏 #CoralReefConservation #RemoteSensing #MappingForChange"

How to build a reef: Watch rrreefs' incredible video of the different steps and the positive impact of building a new reef for marine life in Ecuador. #entrepeneurship #biodiversity