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Climate protection starts in the ocean. ?? ?? Marine and coastal ecosystems such as mangroves and seagrass meadows are true climate heroes: they store huge amounts of carbon while providing food and income for millions of people. Unfortunately, they are disappearing worldwide at an alarming rate. Today, on #OceanActionDay at #COP29, we are calling for coastal and marine ecosystems to finally be given greater consideration in international climate protection plans. ??The ocean is our most valuable nature-based solution in the fight against the climate crisis, but it is still being sidelined. This COP must be where that finally changes. “Protecting and restoring marine ecosystems must be a core part of climate action”, says Steve Trent, CEO and Founder of the Environmental Justice Foundation. Ocean and climate action go hand in hand. ?? Close cooperation between global agreements such as the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (#UNFCCC) and the UN Ocean Conference (#UNOC) is therefore urgently needed. Read our latest press release: https://lnkd.in/e57mcfMN The Wildlife Trusts Stop Finning Deutschland e.V. Whale and Dolphin Conservation The Manta Trust Mundus maris Gambá - Grupo Ambientalista da Bahia SeaLegacy Ocean. Now! KYMA sea conservation & research Gesellschaft zur Rettung der Delphine e.V. Rare Oceanic Global Gallifrey Foundation Coral Reef Alliance Okeanos Foundation for the Sea FishWise Living Oceans Society Galapagos Conservation Trust Fair Carbon Climate-Smart Institute

FishWise is pleased to see NOAA Fisheries’ recent release of recommendations for the U.S. Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP). Many of the themes raised by stakeholders in our Common Ground and Reimagining SIMP workshops, including the need for pre-entry product screening, are reflected in the plan. This shift will help enhance SIMP’s detection and deterrence efforts, contributing to more transparent and responsible seafood supply chains. We look forward to continued discussions and seeing the details of the upcoming proposed rule. Learn more about NOAA’s action plan here: https://lnkd.in/eKYpNfbD

This year, Blue Ocean Mariculture hosted Sea Pact's Annual Meeting on the beautiful shores of Hawaii! Sea Pact members and advisors worked collaboratively over three days to advance a more sustainable, resilient seafood industry. Meeting highlights included: ???Strategic Planning:?Yes, strategic planning was a highlight! Members and advisors participated in thought-provoking sessions that led to goal-setting, and adoption of concrete actions and measures for Sea Pact's sustainability priorities and mission. In the coming months, Sea Pact will share our new 5 year strategic plan and deepening members' collaborative efforts. Stay tuned! ?? On The Water:?Participants were treated to a behind the scenes view of Blue Ocean Mariculture's operation - the US's first Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)certified finfish farm - visiting the farm, hatchery, and facilities while also enjoying delicious, local seafood meals. ???Engaging Innovators:?Leading North American aquaculture innovators and experts, including Symbrosia , Ocean Era, Ocean Strategies, Inc. and NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration presented on responsible aquaculture efforts and topics during the meeting. We left Hawaii reenergized with a renewed commitment to make a meaningful impact on seafood sustainability, and we are looking forward to sharing more soon. A huge mahalo to the entire Blue Ocean Mariculture team for accommodating us, and to everyone who joined and supported Sea Pact’s mission! Acme Smoked Fish Corp Blue Ocean Mariculture Euclid Fish Company Fortune Fish & Gourmet Ipswich Shellfish Group Inland Foods?J.J. McDonnell & Co Inc North Atlantic Seafood Seacore Seafood Seattle Fish Company & Lombardi Brothers Meats Santa Monica Seafood FishWise Ocean Outcomes Hamish Walker

We are excited to share Culimer USA LLC's newly published Seafood Procurement Policy. This policy commits to holistic sustainability by taking a due diligence approach and communicating expectations with suppliers to align with international standards for environment, and human and labor rights. ? ? ? https://lnkd.in/eYazTjWD

FishWise is your partner in change. We help create strategy and walk with you through implementation and education to achieve a positive impact on your seafood business and the global oceans. Visit https://lnkd.in/gM85E4pM to learn more.?

Our longtime retailer partner, New Seasons Market, recently updated their seafood policy to prioritize sourcing seafood from local fisheries. Sharing this information publicly helps their customers and suppliers understand how they are working to provide environmentally sustainable options in-store. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eCgzKnig

?? Open for Public Consultation ?? The Consortium on Social Risks in Seafood (FishWise, LRQA, and Conservation International) is seeking your feedback to improve The Social Responsibility Assessment Tool (SRA)! The SRA is a risk assessment tool that was designed for the seafood sector to assess social risks facing fishworkers across seafood supply chains. Whether you’re an NGO engaging with fishers and farmers directly or a business seeking to reduce social risks, the SRA was designed in alignment with international best practices and standards and defined a framework to deeply understand risk in seafood supply chains. Feedback during the public consultation will serve as a key input as we finalize the revision of the SRA. To submit your feedback or to learn more, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eMZzZRBC You will have until?December 21st, 2024, to submit your feedback.

Our team is at #AC24 conference in Cancun, Mexico, to share some of our recent projects with the community! ? Expanding data sharing capabilities in small-scale fisheries ? FIP verification ? Updates on RISE: the Roadmap for Improving Seafood Ethics Great job, team! Thank you, Conservation Alliance for Seafood Solutions, for the great opportunities ??

?? ?? Celebrating 10 Years of Fair Trade Seafood! ???? In 2014, we launched the #FairTradeSeafood program. A decade later, we're reflecting on not only the incredible impact of this program but also the invaluable partnerships that made it possible. ?? ?? To our industry and brand partners, your commitment to sourcing Fair Trade Certified seafood has helped drive transformative change for thousands of fishers and their families. Together, we've seen how sustainability and ethical sourcing is not just the right thing to do - it is also good for business. ?? A special thank you to our nonprofit partners, whose collaboration, expertise, and dedication brought our program to life. Your support in fostering sustainable practices has created waves across the industry, ensuring fair treatment, environmental stewardship, and prosperity for communities. ?? Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP), FishChoice, Seafood Watch, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Sustainable Fisheries Partnership, FishWise, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), Certifications & Ratings Collaboration, Tuna Consortium ?? Click through to see some of our seafood partner highlights and offerings! ?? Anova Food, The Better Fish?, Australis Aquaculture, Del Pacifico Seafoods LLC, Fish Tales, Chicken of the Sea, Thai Union Group PCL., Marativa, Mind Fish Co., Blueyou #FairTradeCertified #SustainableSeafood #EthicalSourcing

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