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The ocean is our planet’s lifeline, teeming with wonders both seen and unseen—and it needs our protection now more than ever. In Ocean Conservancy’s blog, explore the evidence-based solutions we champion, the passionate advocates driving change, and the policy victories creating lasting impact for our ocean. From the Arctic to local coastlines, discover how Ocean Conservancy is tackling our blue planet’s most significant challenges and how you can join the movement.
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Climate Finance Goals for Our Ocean at COP30
The world is fast approaching another decisive moment. With world leaders meeting right now (November 10-20) in Belém, Brazil, for COP30, they have the chance to elevate our ocean as a clima…
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House Budget Proposal for NOAA Would Spell Disaster for Fisheries
In early September, the House Committee on Appropriations passed its proposed budget for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), as part of the larger Commerce, Justice,…
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Honoring New Orleans 20 Years After Hurricane Katrina Means Protecting NOAA
Nayyir Ransome builds relationships between the government and the people it serves to support the ocean. As Senior Analyst with Ocean Conservancy, Nayyir sees the power of small, incrementa…
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How the Proposed Federal Budget Cuts Threaten Our Ocean
The administration released details earlier this month for the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) and what it would mean for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (…
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Addressing the Triple Planetary Crisis at Our Ocean 2025
The Sea and the Butterfly by Kim Kirim No one told him about the water’s depth.The white butterfly did not know how to fear the sea. Thinking it to be a field of blue radish leaves, he float…
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How Recent Executive Actions Impact Our Ocean and Climate
On the first day of his second administration, January 20, 2025, President Trump undertook a flurry of executive actions, many of which jeopardize a healthy ocean and the health of the peopl…
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How Our Ocean Will Be Impacted by Another Trump Administration
We’ve all seen the election results by now, and I want to share with you what this means for our ocean: Threats to our ocean have increased exponentially. We know the Trump administration p…
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How Does Shipping Impact Public Health?
September 26, 2024 was World Maritime Day, an occasion meant to mark the importance of the world’s maritime shipping industry. And it’s hugely important: At any given moment, there are…
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4 Reasons Why a Government Shutdown is Bad for Our Ocean
In the halls of Congress, legislators are at a standstill on funding the federal government for the next fiscal year (FY24). No funding agreement by the deadline (October 1) means the govern…
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