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Predicted growth in plastic waste exceeds efforts to mitigate plastic pollution

Study estimates that a cargo ship’s worth of plastics by weight will enter aquatic ecosystems every day by 2030 under current reduction commitments

Maersk Drilling sets ambitious climate target

As part of an overall sustainability strategy, Maersk Drilling has set an ambitious target of lowering the intensity of CO2 emissions from its drilling operations by 50% by 2030.

Report: Marine energy devices likely pose minimal impacts to marine life

However, scientists say there is still uncertainty around some issues, as there have been relatively few sizable deployments of marine renewable energy devices around the world where data can be collected.

Top North Sea emitter UK needs to electrify its rising oil and gas output to reach climate goals

The British government has set a goal to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

MOL obtains VSPS Certificate from Australia’s Department of Agriculture

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has announced that it is the first Japanese shipping company certified under the Australia Department of Agriculture's Vessel Seasonal Pest Scheme (VSPS).

New innovation programme to support the development of the Blue Economy

The UK Hydrographic Office has launched a new innovation programme to help start-ups and innovators develop new solutions that support safe, secure and thriving oceans

NOAA and partners advance mission to restore Florida Keys coral reefs

More than $1 million in NOAA funding will support research, development, capacity-building, and restoration for the innovative Mission: Iconic Reefs effort.

VIDEO: New digital project to tackle flood hazard

The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has awarded the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) one of seven individual grants that will use cutting-edge digital technology to advance environmental outcomes.

Japan ship operator to pay $9M over Mauritius oil spill

MOL announces Initiatives aiming for recovery of Environmental Damage from the Wakashio Incident, and to Contribute to the Mauritian Community

Humans’ construction ‘footprint’ on ocean quantified for first time

Researchers from the University of Plymouth have collaborated on a new study which for the first time shows the full extent of human development in oceans.

Research: Ocean acidification causing coral ‘osteoporosis’ on iconic reefs

Acidification is affecting corals' ability to build their skeletons

Alaska’s salmon are getting smaller, affecting people and ecosystems

A comprehensive study of four salmon species across all regions of Alaska finds salmon are returning to rivers smaller and younger than in the past

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