Ecosystems

Pew Applauds Seychelles' Pioneering Plan to Protect Seagrass

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Blue carbon, Oceanography, Physical geography, Aquatic ecology, Organisms, Biological oceanography, Ecosystems, Seagrass, Mangrove

Seychelles' NDC includes a suite of bold steps to the protect its seagrass and mangrove ecosystems, including:

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  • Seychelles' NDC includes a suite of bold steps to the protect its seagrass and mangrove ecosystems, including:
    Fully mapping the extent of mangrove and seagrass ecosystems and conducting a first-time assessment of seagrass carbon stocks within Seychelles' waters.
  • Ensuring that at least 50% of the nation's mangrove and seagrass ecosystems are protected by 2025 and 100% are protected by 2030.
  • Establishing a long-term monitoring program for seagrass habitats and including the nation's blue carbon ecosystems within Seychelles' National Greenhouse Gas Inventory by 2025.
  • The Pew Charitable Trusts is driven by the power of knowledge to solve today's most challenging problems.

Pew Applauds Seychelles' Pioneering Plan to Protect Seagrass

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Blue carbon, Oceanography, Physical geography, Aquatic ecology, Organisms, Biological oceanography, Ecosystems, Seagrass, Mangrove

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pew Charitable Trusts today praised the Government of Seychelles for its ambitious commitments to protect coastal wetlands within its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement.

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  • Seychelles' NDC includes a suite of bold steps to the protect its seagrass and mangrove ecosystems, including:
    Fully mapping the extent of mangrove and seagrass ecosystems and conducting a first-time assessment of seagrass carbon stocks within Seychelles' waters.
  • Ensuring that at least 50% of the nation's mangrove and seagrass ecosystems are protected by 2025 and 100% are protected by 2030.
  • Establishing a long-term monitoring program for seagrass habitats and including the nation's blue carbon ecosystems within Seychelles' National Greenhouse Gas Inventory by 2025.
  • The Pew Charitable Trusts is driven by the power of knowledge to solve today's most challenging problems.

Sea & Shoreline Continues Its Quest To Improve Water Quality And Save Sea Life With Added Restoration Efforts Across Florida

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Marine biology, Ecosystems, Aquatic ecology, Fisheries science, Systems ecology, Water, Potamogeton illinoensis, Aquatic ecosystem, Branches of biology, Academic disciplines

The company hopes to bring forth long term results for the restoration of these water bodies, ensuring both marine life and aquatic ecosystems will flourish.

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  • The company hopes to bring forth long term results for the restoration of these water bodies, ensuring both marine life and aquatic ecosystems will flourish.
  • To restore and enhance the native plant community, Sea & Shoreline's efforts included planting Illinois Pondweed, a common aquatic plant in Florida.
  • This plant will provide quality habitat for keystone species of fish and birds, such as bass and snail kites.
  • Sea & Shoreline, LLC is a Florida-based aquatic restoration firm that restores fresh and saltwater habitats to healthy and self-sustaining ecosystems.

New tech challenge seeks solutions to measure carbon in nature

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Articles, Biodiversity, Ecology, Ecosystems, Nature-based solutions, Innovation, Climate change

The challenge looks to develop cost-effective, innovative and user-friendly technologies and approaches to facilitate the community-led measurement of carbon in nature.

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  • The challenge looks to develop cost-effective, innovative and user-friendly technologies and approaches to facilitate the community-led measurement of carbon in nature.
  • About the Nature X Carbon Tech Challenge:
    Measuring carbon in nature is key to understanding and enhancing the role conservation and nature-based solutions can play in mitigating climate change.
  • Bypre-registering, innovators will gain access to exclusive content and proposal support from the Nature X Carbon Tech Challenge teamthroughout the summer.
  • This isthesecondlaunchinWWF-Canada'sexpandingtechnology challenge series.The first tech challenge The Generation Water Tech Challenge soughttransformative solutions to help address threats to Canadasfreshwatersystems.Learn more aboutourWater Tech Innovatorsand awardrecipients here .

Government of Canada invests in partnerships to support freshwater habitat research

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Limnology, Marine biology, Fisheries science, Hydrography, Ecosystems, Systems ecology, Water, Physical geography, Freshwater fish, Freshwater ecosystem, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Experimental Lakes Area

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting research that will study and inform us on how we can sustainably protect freshwater habitats for all Canadians.

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  • The Government of Canada is committed to supporting research that will study and inform us on how we can sustainably protect freshwater habitats for all Canadians.
  • This funding supports research focused on studying the relationships between environmental impacts and freshwater fish and fish habitat, including cumulative stressors, freshwater connectivity and fish passage, as part of a broader freshwater habitat science program across Canada.
  • Our government will continue investing in smart science and research that strengthens partnerships and allows for a better understanding of how to support our freshwater resources, now and into the future."
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada funds research on impacts of activities on freshwater habitat through its science programs.

5 Ways to Support Ocean Health

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Friday, June 4, 2021
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Physical geography, Oceanography, Effects of climate change, Ecosystems, Coral reefs, Carbon dioxide, Coral, Southeast Asian coral reefs, Ocean acidification

Additionally, there are many ways individuals can get involved and protect the health of the ocean.

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  • Additionally, there are many ways individuals can get involved and protect the health of the ocean.
  • If you live close to an ocean basin, consider visiting the beach and ocean.
  • From swimming and snorkeling to whale watching and sunbathing, there are many activities that can help you gain a greater appreciation for the ocean.
  • Carbon dioxide emissions drive global warming, which has several negative effects on the ocean, including increasing its acidity and weakening coral reefs.

Portuguese Prime Minister and U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate to join call for accelerated ocean-climate action on eve of World Ocean Day

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Countries, Foreign relations, Government, Ecosystems, Marine ecosystem, Climate change, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Nature-based solutions, Seaweed, Coral reef, Blue carbon, Seaweed farming

The UNFCCC Climate Champion Race to Zero targets for the ocean will also be presented.

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  • The UNFCCC Climate Champion Race to Zero targets for the ocean will also be presented.
  • The targets aim to launch a global movement of ocean stakeholders who commit to reducing their carbon emissions and take action to reverse marine ecosystems loss.
  • Nature-based solutions provided by marine ecosystems, such as mangroves, tidal marshes, coral reefs, and seaweed, hold enormous potential for both mitigation and adaptation to climate change.
  • John Kerry, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, United States; H.E.

11th Hour Racing and The Ocean Agency Collaborate to Inspire with Stunning Ocean Content

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Physical geography, Oceanography, Ecosystems, Marine conservation, The Ocean Agency, Charlie Enright, Seagrass, Coral reef, Earth sciences

The Ocean Agency will introduce two more Toolkits focused on coral reef and seagrass ecosystems in August and September.

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  • The Ocean Agency will introduce two more Toolkits focused on coral reef and seagrass ecosystems in August and September.
  • The Toolkits are designed to make communication about these ecosystems easier, more compelling and effective.\nThe Ocean Change Video will feature professional sailor Charlie Enright, co-founder and skipper of 11th Hour Racing Team.
  • Through innovative science communication, the video aims to reach and inspire mainstream audiences conveying the spirit and excitement of ocean racing and the idea of overcoming the toughest challenges.
  • Learn more at 11thhourracing.org .\nThe Ocean Agency is a US nonprofit with a unique approach to ocean conservation - supporting and accelerating action through creative communication and collaboration.

SHEBA® Brand Partners With Kate Walsh To Launch The World's Largest Coral Restoration Program

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Physical geography, Oceanography, Ecosystems, Sheba, Coral, Earth sciences, Coral reefs

b'FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the SHEBA brand revealed Hope Reef, the start of the world\'s largest coral reef restoration program to preserve and restore the beauty in our oceans.

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  • b'FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the SHEBA brand revealed Hope Reef, the start of the world\'s largest coral reef restoration program to preserve and restore the beauty in our oceans.
  • To support the announcement, the SHEBA team has partnered with activist, actress and entrepreneur, Kate Walsh, and her cat Pablo, to help grow hope.
  • "\nHope Reef furthers years of work done by the parent company of the SHEBA brand, Mars, Incorporated, to ensure the future has fish.
  • Since 2008, Mars, has invested more than $10m in research, builds, and community engagement as part of its coral restoration program.

SHEBA® unveils Hope Reef: World's Largest Coral Restoration Program Announced

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Physical geography, Earth sciences, Coral reefs, Ecosystems, Oceanography, Reef, Coral

We hope our efforts inspire others to join us so we can all play our part in helping to prevent the extinction of our coral reefs."\nDr.

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  • We hope our efforts inspire others to join us so we can all play our part in helping to prevent the extinction of our coral reefs."\nDr.
  • Elizabeth McLeod, The Nature Conservancy\'s Global Reef Systems Lead,said: "Coral reefs are the heart of our oceans, supporting over a quarter of marine life.
  • "\nSince 2008, SHEBA\'s parent company, Mars, Incorporated,has invested more than $10m in research, restoration and community engagementaspart of its coral reef program.
  • The SHEBA Brand appreciates the relationship between cats and their owners and uses that understanding to celebrate and fuel their unique bond.