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?? This week, I am thrilled to join the 12th Economist World Ocean Summit in Tokyo, Japan, where I’ll be speaking on the panel titled "30x30: Scaling up and the art of the possible" on March 13th. This panel, supported by Blancpain, tackles the monumental task of protecting 30% of our oceans by 2030, as outlined in the UN’s Global Biodiversity Framework. With only five years left and currently less than 3% of the ocean fully protected, the urgency for innovative solutions has never been greater. We’ll discuss the essential steps to identify new protected areas, enhance governance and financing mechanisms, and accelerate progress in both national waters and the high seas. I’m honored to be joined by esteemed colleagues, including Peter Thomson, UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, Emanuel Gon?alves Chief Scientis at Oceano Azul Foundation Virgil Zetterlind Protected Seas IUCN Protected and Conserved Areas Additionally, I am looking forward to facilitating the "BBNJ workshop “ How to realise the opportunities for small island developing states under the BBNJ Agreement " on March 13th at 15.00 - 16.30 JST with the World Maritime University focusing on practical approaches to ocean governance. Let’s make waves together for our one ocean ???? #WorldOceanSummit #30x30 #OceanConservation #IUCN #Biodiversity #100%SustainablyManagedOcean

?? FRIDAY, March 14, 1 – 2 pm UTC ?? The Marine Biodiversity Networking Fridays, an initiative of the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON - GEO BON) and the AIR Centre - Atlantic International Research Centre, will host a special session focusing on the Coastal and Marine Ecological Classification Standard, a Marine Life 2030-affiliated project. ?? Kate Rose, moderator: Deirdre Brannigan ?? More info and registration ?? https://lnkd.in/dEPTcysJ UN Ocean Decade Mississippi State University The Northern Gulf Institute ProtectedSeas

?? FRIDAY, March 14, 1 – 2 pm UTC ?? The Marine Biodiversity Networking Fridays, an initiative of the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON - GEO BON) and the AIR Centre - Atlantic International Research Centre, will host a special session focusing on the Coastal and Marine Ecological Classification Standard, a Marine Life 2030-affiliated project. ?? Kate Rose, moderator: Deirdre Brannigan ?? More info and registration ?? https://lnkd.in/dEPTcysJ UN Ocean Decade Mississippi State University The Northern Gulf Institute ProtectedSeas

?? FRIDAY, March 14, 1 – 2 pm UTC ?? The Marine Biodiversity Networking Fridays, an initiative of the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON - GEO BON) and the AIR Centre - Atlantic International Research Centre, will host a special session focusing on the Coastal and Marine Ecological Classification Standard, a Marine Life 2030-affiliated project. ?? Kate Rose, moderator: Deirdre Brannigan ?? More info and registration ?? https://lnkd.in/dEPTcysJ UN Ocean Decade Mississippi State University The Northern Gulf Institute ProtectedSeas

?? What do we actually know of regulations and activities' occurence in EU MPAs? My next PhD paper is out! Using publicly available data on EU MPAs’ regulations for nine activities, we found that: ?? MPA and MSP databases display significant gaps in data comprehensiveness ??Regulations for each activity was known in 40% or less of the MPA area (whether allowed, prohibited, or restricted), except for fishing activities (70% of MPA area), albeit with limited detail. ??Fishing, mining, or dredging/dumping activities were allowed in half of MPA area. ??Only mining was reported as prohibited in at least 10% of the MPA area. ??Check out the article for discussion on reporting requirements and challenges, and for our recommendations to improve the collection and standardization of legal indicators! Our article: https://lnkd.in/esVyCXSN supported by Funda??o para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT), including data from EMODnet and ProtectedSeas, PhD hosted by Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR), INRAE UMR Agroécologie , CRIOBE Barbara Horta e Costa Juliette Young Betty Queffelec Margherita Pieraccini Jennifer A. Sletten Timothe Vincent Joachim Claudet Anastasia Laznya Natasa Vaidianu

? One week to go! The Economist Impact World Ocean Summit & Expo is almost here. We’re looking forward to the discussions ahead. See our original post for details ?? #ProtectedSeas #ProtectedSeasNavigator #TheEconomist #OceanSummit Economist Impact

???? March 1st marks World Seagrass Day, a time to recognize the vital role seagrass ecosystems play in supporting marine biodiversity and maintaining water quality. However, these ecosystems are under increasing pressure. Made possible through funding from the Anthropocene Institute, the Seagrass Restoration Handbook provides restoration teams with a comprehensive resource for planning and implementing successful projects. It draws on lessons from the Elkhorn Slough restoration, where seagrass expanded 85 times beyond its original planting area, showcasing the success of targeted restoration efforts. The handbook provides step-by-step strategies for site selection, planting, and long-term monitoring, with detailed guidance on the garden staple method, a proven technique for securing seagrass transplants. The accompanying instructional video further demonstrates how to apply the garden staple method effectively in the field. ?? Explore the handbook: https://lnkd.in/dzS4rhKi ?? Garden Staple Method Instructional Video: https://lnkd.in/dA9UjbX8 #WorldSeagrassDay #SeagrassRestoration

?? Exciting news! ?? My project on using low-cost cameras and loitering guards to better monitor marine protected area monitoring just got a grant from Experiment.com! This funding is a big step forward, but there’s still a way to go. If you care about ocean conservation and want to support innovative research, check out the link below and consider pitching in. Every bit helps! Deadline to contribute is end of February. Learn more and donate here: https://lnkd.in/gY8cw7NB #MarineConservation #MarineProtectedAreas #TechForGood #Grants

Harnessing the power of good data! For the last 9 years, CMSF has used M2 as a marine domain awareness tool, providing data analysis that supports enforcement partners, including California Department of Fish and Wildlife in monitoring fishing activity in and around marine protected areas. M2 fills an important data gap by tracking smaller vessels fishing near, and sometimes in, marine protected areas. These vessels often do not transmit AIS, presenting a unique challenge to the already overburdened enforcement teams responsible for monitoring the coast with limited personnel and resources. With so few officers covering such a large area, tools like M2 play a critical role in improving situational awareness, helping enforcement partners focus their efforts where they are most needed. #MarineResourceProtection #ProtectWhatYouLove #MPAMonday