Fishery

Pew Funds 7 Researchers to Advance Ocean Conservation

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Tissue, ADM Capital Foundation, Science, Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, The Pew Charitable Trusts, Food, Pacific Northwest, Partnership, Samish Indian Nation, Pew, Fishery, Aborigine, Research, Biomedical sciences, Shark, Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia, Whale, Johns Hopkins University, Carnegie Institution for Science, United Kingdom, Marine conservation, United, Whaling, Agriculture

PHILADELPHIA, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Pew Charitable Trusts announced the seven recipients of the 2023 Pew Fellowship in Marine Conservation .

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  • PHILADELPHIA, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Pew Charitable Trusts announced the seven recipients of the 2023 Pew Fellowship in Marine Conservation .
  • The researchers—from Australia, Brazil, Cape Verde, China, the United Kingdom, and the United States—join a network of 202 Pew marine fellows from 42 countries.
  • The new fellowship is a partnership between the Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation and the Pew Scholars Program in the Biomedical Sciences .
  • The Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation awards midcareer scientists and other experts $150,000 grants over three years to pursue marine conservation-oriented research projects.

Statement - Ministers provide a status update on federal action to address ongoing situation at Kearl Oil Sands Mine

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Monday, March 20, 2023
Imperial Oil, Indigenous Services Canada, Communication, Hajdú, Drinking water, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, Ministry of Energy (Alberta), Environment and Climate Change Canada, Fort Chipewyan, Climate change, Government, Protected area, Mikisew Cree First Nation, Trust, Fort McKay First Nation, Fishery, Water, Alberta Energy Regulator, Indigenous self-government in Canada, First Nations, Regional municipality, Environment, Federation, Health, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, EDGE, Safety, Oil, Bottled water, Lake Athabasca

This slow notification to the federal government and Indigenous communities is of serious concern.

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  • This slow notification to the federal government and Indigenous communities is of serious concern.
  • "Ministers Guilbeault and Hajdu would like to provide an overview of a number of federal actions underway to address the situation and support local communities:
    Environment and Climate Change Canada's enforcement officers are continuing to monitor the cleanup.
  • Minister Guilbeault introduced the idea of a joint federal-provincial-Indigenous working group, with participation from the oil companies, to address the immediate concerns around the Kearl Oil Sands Mine situation to restore trust and give transparency to all parties involved.
  • The Government of Canada is ready to engage on longer-term options to address water quality concerns of communities.

Recycled Plastic Market is Estimated to Observe Significant Growth of SD 56.81 billion by Growing Rapidly with eco-friendly packaging solutions

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Monday, March 20, 2023
Carbon, Carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers, Life cycle, Plastic, Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, Plastic Ingenuity, Electricity, PET, Recycling, USD, Ministry, City, Collection, Paper, Growth, Transport, Textile, PIR, PCR, Fishery, Marketing, Speciality chemicals

PUNE, India, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global Recycled Plastic market size is expected to grow from USD 25.52 billion in 2022 to USD 56.81 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 9.3% during the forecast period.

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  • Government initiatives on growing plastic waste and support for recycled PET-based plastic have enhanced the performance of the recycled PET market.
  • In terms of application, the global plastic recycling market has been classified into packaging, automotive, construction, textiles, and others.
  • What are the key strategies being adopted by the major players to up their recycled plastic market shares?
  • Biodegradable Paper & Plastic Packaging Market - Biodegradable paper and plastic packaging market size was valued at USD 10.77 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 38.51 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 15.2% from 2023 to 2029.

Recycled Plastic Market is Estimated to Observe Significant Growth of SD 56.81 billion by Growing Rapidly with eco-friendly packaging solutions

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Monday, March 20, 2023
Carbon, Carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers, Life cycle, Plastic, Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, Plastic Ingenuity, Electricity, PET, Recycling, USD, Ministry, City, Collection, Paper, Growth, Transport, Textile, PIR, PCR, Fishery, Marketing, Speciality chemicals

PUNE, India, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global Recycled Plastic market size is expected to grow from USD 25.52 billion in 2022 to USD 56.81 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 9.3% during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • Government initiatives on growing plastic waste and support for recycled PET-based plastic have enhanced the performance of the recycled PET market.
  • In terms of application, the global plastic recycling market has been classified into packaging, automotive, construction, textiles, and others.
  • What are the key strategies being adopted by the major players to up their recycled plastic market shares?
  • Biodegradable Paper & Plastic Packaging Market - Biodegradable paper and plastic packaging market size was valued at USD 10.77 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 38.51 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 15.2% from 2023 to 2029.

Highlights - 20/21 March: EVP Dombrovskis, support for Ukraine, Moldova and North Macedonia - Committee on International Trade

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Saturday, March 18, 2023
European Parliament, Commission, EVP, Policy, Fishery, Windsor, Inflation, United Kingdom, Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, INTA, Conference, EU

20/21 March: EVP Dombrovskis, support for Ukraine, Moldova and North Macedonia

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  • 20/21 March: EVP Dombrovskis, support for Ukraine, Moldova and North Macedonia
    Commission Executive-Vice President Dombrovskis will dialogue with INTA Members about his commitments as Trade Commissioner and about the Commission's work program to enact the EU's trade policy agenda.
  • In a separate debate, the EVP will brief Members on EU-US trade relations, including trade related aspects of the deal reached on the Inflation Reduction Act.
  • Finally, the committee will vote on a recommendation preparing the plenary vote on the WTO agreement on fisheries subsidies.
  • The European Parliament must give consent in order for the EU to be able to ratify the agreement, which was struck at the WTO Ministerial Conference in June 2022.

Statement by Minister Guilbeault on ongoing spill situation at Imperial Oil's Kearl Oil Sands Processing Plant and Mine

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
EDGE, Ministry of Energy (Alberta), Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Trust, Climate change, Fisheries Act (Canada), Environment, Imperial Oil, Alberta Energy Regulator, Imperial, Communication, Fisheries Act, Fishery, Protected area, Oil

"The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, met yesterday evening with the Honourable Sonya Savage, Minister of Environment and Protected Areas for Alberta, regarding the ongoing spill situation at the Kearl Oil Sands Mine.

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  • "The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, met yesterday evening with the Honourable Sonya Savage, Minister of Environment and Protected Areas for Alberta, regarding the ongoing spill situation at the Kearl Oil Sands Mine.
  • "Minister Guilbeault reiterated his commitment to take a collaborative approach to the situation.
  • Minister Guilbeault underlined that Imperial Oil's own stated failures of communication were unacceptable and have raised broader concerns regarding the efficacy of existing notification systems through Alberta (EDGE).
  • "Minister Guilbeault also introduced the idea of a joint federal-provincial-Indigenous working group, with participation from the oil companies, to address the immediate concerns around the Kearl Oil Sands Mine situation to restore trust and give transparency to all parties involved.

ADEC Innovations Acquires Kedge Pty Ltd and Southern Ocean Carbon Company

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Monday, March 13, 2023
Carbon, Acquisition, Health, ADEC, SOCC, Risk, Fishery, The Blue Economy, Certification, Environment, Seaweed, Knowledge, AUS, Information management, Biomass, ESG, Blue economy, Aquaculture, Renewable energy, Warping (sailing), Earth, Social

HOBART, Australia, Mar 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - ADEC Innovations, a recognised global leader in designing and delivering sustainable development solutions that drive organisational value and impact, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Kedge Proprietary Limited ("Kedge") and Southern Ocean Carbon Company ("SOCC").

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  • HOBART, Australia, Mar 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - ADEC Innovations, a recognised global leader in designing and delivering sustainable development solutions that drive organisational value and impact, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Kedge Proprietary Limited ("Kedge") and Southern Ocean Carbon Company ("SOCC").
  • These acquisitions further expand ADEC Innovations Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) expertise into the Blue Economy which focuses on balancing the health of the ocean's ecosystems with the economic growth associated with ocean resources.
  • Kedge and SOCC will leverage ADEC Innovations' information management capabilities and global reach to improve ocean stewardship worldwide.
  • Kedge and SOCC employees will join the 4,000-strong workforce that ADEC Innovations has across 27 operating sites and 20 countries.

Publix Associates Help the Environment During Publix Serves Week

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Other Philanthropy, Environmental Health, Sports, Sustainability, Recycling, Supermarket, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Food, Beverage, Climate Change, Environment, Retail, Green Technology, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Fishing, Other Natural Resources, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Policy, Natural Resources, Environmental Issues, Seafood, Whale, Fishery, Organization, BirdLife International, Everglades National Park, Keep America Beautiful, Data collection, SFP, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Aquaculture, Garden, Publix

Throughout this week, more than 7,500 Publix associates across the company’s seven-state operating area will be volunteering at over 200 organizations including Keep America Beautiful affiliates, parks, zoos, gardens and other nonprofits focused on environmental sustainability.

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  • Throughout this week, more than 7,500 Publix associates across the company’s seven-state operating area will be volunteering at over 200 organizations including Keep America Beautiful affiliates, parks, zoos, gardens and other nonprofits focused on environmental sustainability.
  • “Since our founding, Publix has been committed to being responsible citizens in our communities, and that extends to protecting and preserving our environment,” said Publix Director of Community Relations Dwaine Stevens.
  • “We’re proud to do good together for the communities we serve by protecting our natural resources.”
    In addition to volunteer opportunities, Publix continues to look for ways to reduce waste and protect natural resources.
  • Over 12 years, Publix has contributed more than $600,000 to support fishery and aquaculture improvement projects and other initiatives to advance the sustainability of seafood.

Canadian fish and seafood highlighted at Seafood Expo North America

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Seafood, Indigenous peoples, Strategic Innovation Fund, Ministers of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, Government of Canada, Food safety, Government, Employment, Recreation, Growth, Fishing, Aquaculture, Fishery

The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, led Canada's delegation to this year's Seafood Expo North America.

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  • The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, led Canada's delegation to this year's Seafood Expo North America.
  • The Seafood Expo, which ran from March 12 to 14, 2023, in Boston, Massachusetts, is the largest trade exposition of its kind in North America.
  • The Seafood Expo is an opportunity for Canada to promote our world-class fisheries management regime and our high-quality, sustainably sourced fish and seafood products.
  • I was happy to lead the Government of Canada's delegation at the Seafood Expo North America and share with the world how our fish and seafood harvesters and processors work to bring high-quality, sustainable seafood to the world."

World's Largest Tuna Company Leads Call for Restoration of Endangered Species

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Monday, March 13, 2023
Chicken of the Sea, Research, Sea, ETP, Fishery, Chicken, Turtle, FIPS, Nature, SFP, Biodiversity, Shark, Mortality, Fishing, Whaling, Aquaculture, Thai Union Group

BOSTON, March 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Thai Union Group PLC, one of the world's leading seafood producers and one of the largest producers of shelf-stable tuna products, announced today its commitment to only source from vessels that are implementing best practices to protect ocean wildlife from bycatch. Thai Union's action is based on research by Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) on the risks to sharks, seabirds, turtles and other marine wildlife in the fisheries that supply the company and an analysis by Key Traceability of Thai Union's tuna fishery improvement projects and in the highest risk fisheries that were identified in the audit.

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  • "Environmental organizations are pointing to the biodiversity and species loss crisis that the planet is facing.
  • The report by SFP notes the significant loss of ETP species in the Western Central Pacific Ocean region," noted Adam Brennan, group director, sustainability at Thai Union.
  • Thai Union is known for top-selling, household-name tuna brands, including Chicken of the Sea and John West.
  • This region provides more than 50 percent of the world's tuna production, most going to North America and Japan.