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Marine Conservation Institute: saving wild ocean places with #MPAtlas and #BlueParks. Tweets and RTs informational, not endorsements.

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Dr. David Shiffman’s article in “The Revelator” highlights Marine Conservation Institute research that shows many large MPAs lack real protection and exist only on paper. Effective, science-based MPAs are urgently needed. Read more: therevelator.org/protecting-…

We’re Protecting the Ocean Wrong • The Revelator

There’s never been more momentum for ocean conservation, but new research finds that many efforts fail to protect endangered species.

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Effective Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) can restore ecosystems and counter climate change. The Blue Park Awards recognize MPAs that meet the highest conservation standards. Submit your MPA nomination by Nov 1, 2024. Get details at blueparks.org/nominate. #BlueParks
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Nominate your MPA for the Blue Park Awards! Gain local pride, global recognition, funding, eco-tourism, and cash prizes. Nominate at blueparks.org/nominate. Watch the Nomination Video: youtube.com/watch?v=WsZZ0sex… #BlueParks
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Grateful Acknowledgment Thank you to the Clif Family Foundation for their continued support. Their generous grant will advance biodiversity conservation in Marine Protected Areas worldwide. #MarineConservation #ClifFamilyFoundation #OceanProtection #30x30
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A study of 50 MPAs shows that only a diverse mix of governance strategies and incentives tailored for each MPA ensures conservation success. frontiersin.org/articles/10.… #MarineConservation #MPAs #BlueParkStandard #MPAtlas
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Last week, Mike Gravitz, our Director of Policy & Legislation, coached over 60 Earth Echo students and mentors in Congressional lobbying. Proud to support the next generation of ocean advocates! #MarineConservation #CHOW2024 #OceanProtection #MarineGovernance
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Our MPA research is highlighted by Inside Climate News! Only a third of the largest MPAs protect marine life, many allow harmful activities. Crucial findings as we aim to conserve 30% of the ocean by 2030. insideclimatenews.org/news/1… #MarineConservation #MPAs #30x30

New Research Finds Most of the World’s Largest Marine Protected Areas Have Inadequate Protections -...

In a setback to efforts to conserve 30 percent of the ocean by 2030, a third of the world’s largest MPAs allow destructive practices like mining and commercial fishing, while others are “paper parks”...

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DEFEND THE DEEP Stand up for our deep seas this World Ocean Day! Sign the open letter urging UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to halt deep-sea mining and protect seamounts. Make your voice heard: deep-sea-conservation.org/le… #WorldOceanDay #DefendTheDeep #ProtectOurOceans

Let's Defend The Deep - Open Letter to United Nations Secretary-General Guterres for World Ocean...

In line with the purpose and spirit of World Ocean Day 2024, the Deep Sea Conservation Coalition and it’s 115 members and partner organisations, urge UN Secretary-General Guterres, through an open...

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Ride the Wave Celebrate World Ocean Day by hitting the beach! Spend time with friends and family, or join a local cleanup event. Find celebrations near you: worldoceanday.org #WorldOceanDay #RideTheWave #OceanLove #MarineProtection
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Marine Conservation Institute's MPA Guide and Blue Parks were highlighted by the Center for American Progress for their role in planning and measuring marine protected areas. #MarineConservation #MPAGuide #BlueParks americanprogress.org/article…

Centering Access, Quality, and Equity and Justice in a Beyond 30x30 Ocean Strategy

The Biden administration should deliver an ocean conservation framework that includes new metrics for success.

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We're thrilled to be supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and Arcadia Fund! Our recent study highlights the need for improvement in the world's largest MPAs. Quality, not just quantity, is key to achieving the 30x30 goal. @BloombergDotOrg @ArcadiaFund marine-conservation.org/publ…

Publication: Ocean Protection Quality is Lagging Behind Quantity » Marine Conservation Institute

Report & Toolkit   |   Key Findings   |   Policy Recommendations    |   30×30    |   The MPA Guide   |   Explore Results |   Case Studies   Published in Conservation Letters in May 2024, this...

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SeaLegacy’s "A Sea of Hope" shows how removing predators like snapper and crayfish leads to kelp forest destruction. Learn about the impact and importance of marine protection. Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=78Whjnee… #MarineConservation #SeaLegacy
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This International Day for Biological Diversity let's celebrate and support the Blue Park Standard. By backing Blue Parks, you're helping protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 with measurable recovery in biodiversity and habitats. Support Blue Parks Today: shorturl.at/x6oDK
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Join Andrew Lewin, Beth Pike (Marine Conservation Institute), and Angelo Villa-Gomez on the How to Protect the Ocean podcast. They discuss findings on the effectiveness of the world's largest marine protected areas and the 30x30 campaign. #MPA #30x30 youtube.com/watch?v=hV8qDh3Q…
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Marine Protected Areas (#MPAs) tackle ocean challenges like coral bleaching & overfishing, fostering cooperation despite hurdles. Learn how these sanctuaries promote collaboration. 🌊 #30x30 #MPAs #BlueParks #MarineProtection scmp.com/opinion/world-opini…

Opinion | Wanted in the South China Sea: more marine peace parks

Coastal nations around the world are turning to marine protected areas in an attempt to safeguard their oceans, promote biodiversity and increase sustainability. In addition to aiding conservation...

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New report underlines key policy recommendations to better safeguard our oceans and deliver benefits to people and nature. #MPAGuide #30x30 marine-conservation.org/publ…
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"MPAs can deliver significant benefits, but we see vast gaps between the amount of ocean covered by MPAs and the strength of those protections." - Lead researcher Beth Pike on the need for quality marine protected areas. #MPAGuide #30x30 marine-conservation.org/publ…
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Joachim Claudet@JoachimClaudet
9 May 2024
🚨Paper Alert🚨 🧐Assessing 90% of reported 🌏global #MPA coverage, we show: 🪄1/4 is not implemented (only declared) 📣 🚫1/3 not compatible with #biodiversity #conservation 🐟 ➡️We need accountability for MPA quality, not only quantity. 📰conbio.onlinelibrary.wiley.c…
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New research highlights why quality—not just quantity—should indicate progress toward reaching the goal of protecting at least 30% of the ocean by 2030. #MPAs #30x30 marine-conservation.org/on-t…

Report: Governments Falling Short on Promises of Effective Biodiversity Protection » Marine...

A new analysis of the world’s largest 100 marine protected areas (MPAs) published today in Conservation Letters suggests that governments are falling short on delivering the promise of effective...

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Duncan Currie@Duncan_Currie
24 Apr 2024
An overwhelming vote for BBNJ in the United Nations today. The General Assembly voted 164-2 to approve the resolution to establish a preparatory commission to prepare for entry into force of the BBNJ Agreement. And spoiler amendments similarly - only gained 5 or 6 votes.
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