On February 26, 2025, the First #OceanDecadeΒ International Coastal Cities Conference, joined by nearly 400 attendees,Β commenced in Qingdao West Coast New Area. Key figures from international marine organizations across 29 countries and regions gathered for discussions, both online and offline, on the sustainable development of the ocean along with representatives from marine-related enterprises, government departments, research institutes, and experts and scholars from around the globe.@UNOceanDecade
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πMarking World Oceans Day on June 8, the China Science and Technology Museum and the Ocean Decade International Cooperation Center launched the co-creation campaign themed Future Deep-Sea Exploration for the Deep Blue Pulse project. Click odicc.cn/en/projectcollect/dβ¦ to know more!
π βAdopt a Fishβ pilot in Qingdao West Coast New Area, China
π 10 days Β· 2,000 people Β· 10 countries
π Online marine education proper fish release
π§Ή Beach cleanups in 4 cities
π A scalable model for citizen-led ocean action
π Marine Monitor (M2) is redefining the future of ocean conservation.
Developed by Protected Seas, M2 uses radar technology, cameras and AI to monitor marine activity and help stop illegal fishing in protected waters.
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Calling all ocean experts in Africa!
Contribute to the @FAO EAF-Nansen Programme Taxonomy Survey 2026 to share your perspectives and identify key gaps, challenges and needs in marine taxonomy research and capacity development across Africa.
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Haven't signed up yet? Look here! The 2026 UN Ocean Decade Youth Marine Biodiversity Science Popularization Competition is still accepting applications. Unleash your creativity to give voice to the ocean!
On April 22, the 57th Earth Day, an ocean-themed event titled βCherish Natural Resources, Protect Beautiful Chinaβ was held in Qingdao West Coast New Area.ππ₯π¦
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π΅ The Deep Blue Voyager 2035 Global Expedition has launched its first Western Pacific expedition, focusing on the Philippine Sea.
Endorsed as an #OceanDecade Contribution, it aims to support scientific discovery, innovation, and global cooperation: ow.ly/Mxss50YKjbR
π’ Save the Dates!
Joint Conference:"Abrupt changes and tipping points" by 6th CLIVAR CDP annual workshop & MEC 2026
π Dates: April 13-16, 2026
π Location: Guangzhou, China
More details: clivar.org/events/joint-confβ¦
π΅ Calling all early-career ocean professionals: Apply to the 2026 @UNESCO Man & the Biosphere Programme Young Scientists Awards!
5 awards of up to US$5,000 support researchers working on marine, island, and coastal ecosystems in developing countries.
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π΅ A major new study identifies urgent blue carbon priorities in the fight against climate change
Developed as part of the #OceanDecade@official_GO_BC, it identifies 10 questions to address to scale up blue carbon conservation and restoration worldwide: ow.ly/xyrm50YBPG1
π΅ 3 years in, the #OceanDecade Corporate Data Group is transforming ocean data sharing.
Established by @fugro@IocUnesco, it is a proven, scalable model to advance the industry and policy shifts needed to unlock corporate #OceanData for public benefit: ow.ly/NkeS50YBKaH
As part of the BBNJ Symposium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the #OceanDecade at @IocUnesco convened policymakers, scientists, and funders to identify how to advance the science and knowledge needed to implement the #BBNJ Agreement.
πKey takeaways here: ow.ly/wgRA50Yye3W
π΅A new #OceanDecade online course by @IocUnesco explores how to use ocean science and knowledge to implement the #BBNJ Agreement.
β Free and open to everyone
β Self-paced
β Features contributions from 80 world-leading ocean experts
Register now: ow.ly/WaPG50YytTM
π΅ The #OceanDecade endorses 102 new initiatives, bringing the total to 831 initiatives working to close key regional and thematic gaps in #OceanScience and support informed decision-making for sustainable development.
Read more here: ow.ly/bzSa50YvqoJ
This week, the new #OceanDecade Advisory Board meets for the first time at the @FAO in Rome, Italy!
The board provides strategic advice on Decade implementation. Meet the members here: ow.ly/KAtm50YchG7
We extend our gratitude to the @FAO for hosting this meeting.
π΅ Calling the global ocean community: help shape the 12th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference & 3rd #OceanDecade Regional Conference (20-23 April 2027, Manila, The Philippines), Western Pacificβs flagship marine science event.
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