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ETIP Ocean Energy Solutions
Europe faces a choice – to lead or to follow the emerging ocean energy global market.
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Myles Poydras, The New York Times Fisheries & Aquaculture
From coastal Virginia to New York and New Orleans, a writer delves into the history and lore surrounding the shellfish, with a focus on the role African Americans have played over the years.
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Haram, L.E. et al., Nature Communications Plastics & Pollution
Discoveries of persistent coastal species in the open ocean shift our understanding of biogeographic barriers. Floating plastic debris from pollution now supports a novel sea surface community composed of coastal and oceanic species at sea that might portend significant ecological shifts in the marine environment.
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Cabernard, L. et al., Nature Sustainability Plastics & Pollution
Research on the environmental impacts from the global value chain of plastics has typically focused on the disposal phase, considered most harmful to the environment and human health. However, the production of plastics is also responsible for substantial environmental, health and socioeconomic impacts.
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National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Plastics & Pollution
The United States is a major producer of plastics and in 2016, generated more plastic waste by weight and per capita than any other nation. Although the U.S. solid waste management system is advanced, it is not sufficient to deter leakage into the environment.
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International Emissions Trading Association Energy Solutions Shipping & Ports
IETA is pleased to release its GHG Market Report 2021, which examines the carbon market body, capturing the various components that combine to form the vibrant - and growing - market, and how it is kept healthy.
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Atkins, B. et al., World Resources Institute
Better data is urgently needed by the ocean community to improve management policies that govern decisions, such as the selection of marine protected areas and policies on integrated coastal zone management.
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Peng, Y. et al., PNAS Plastics & Pollution
Plastic waste causes harm to marine life and has become a major global environmental concern. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increased demand for single-use plastic, intensifying pressure on this already out-of-control problem.
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Hoicka, C.E. et al., The Conversation
Here’s what they had to say about the deals that were made.
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World Ocean Initiative, The Economist Group
Using desk research, a literature review and expert interviews, high-level thinking on ocean-based solutions for climate change is synthesised with an eye towards global impact, but a strong focus on US issues and perspectives.
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Cheung, M.W.M. et al., Current Biology
The Great Barrier Reef is being damaged by expanding coral bleaching events. The cumulative impact of recent bleachings may have reduced larval supply by 71%.
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Fredric Bauer & Tobias Dan Nielsen, The Conversation Plastics & Pollution
As traditional demands for oil – vehicle fuels – are declining as the transport sector is increasingly electrified, the oil industry is seeing plastics as a key output that can make up for losses in other markets. Investing in plastics has therefore become a key strategy for fossil fuel firms.
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The Nature Conservancy Fisheries & Aquaculture
This document establishes a definition of restorative aquaculture and provides clarity on how this approach can be effectively implemented and fostered.
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Zajicek, P., et al., Reviews in Fisheries Science and Aquaculture Fisheries & Aquaculture
Sustainable domestic aquaculture development is a critical component to achieving greater U.S. seafood security in the future, yet detrimental allegations have corrupted public support.
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Macreadie, P.I. et. al., Nature Energy Solutions
Blue carbon ecosystems (BCEs), including mangrove forests, tidal marshes and seagrass meadows, are gaining international recognition as a natural climate solution to contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation targets.
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Rob Fletcher, The Fish Site Fisheries & Aquaculture
Phil Cruver, former CEO of Catalina Sea Ranch, explains why he’s now focusing his attentions on producing food-grade seaweed in the Caribbean, using a unique, submersible system.
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Bullock, S. et al., Climate Policy Shipping & Ports
International shipping is overwhelmingly reliant on fossil fuels, with annual carbon dioxide emissions equivalent to a country the size of Germany. Actions to reduce its emissions are therefore an important element of global efforts to combat climate change.
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Hardesty, B.D. et al., Marine Pollution Bulletin Fisheries & Aquaculture Plastics & Pollution
The GoC acts as a sink for ghost nets that originate from regional fishing activities. Despite multijurisdictional management efforts, increasing net numbers shows high regional input of ALDFG.
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Vallette, J. et al., Bennington College Plastics & Pollution
As of 2020, the U.S. plastics industry is responsible for at least 232 million tons of CO2e gas emissions per year. This amount is equivalent to the average emissions from 116 average-sized (500-megawatt) coal-fired power plants.
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