On June 8, 2023, World Oceans Day, the pop-up OCEAN GALLERY celebrated its opening in Stuttgart’s Eberhardstraße. The OCEAN GALLERY temporarily transforms a vacant retail space into a vibrant and inspiring space to inspire people to protect the oceans. Thus, for a short time, a special photo gallery enriches Stuttgart’s city center. The works of […]
SeaPaCS proposes a participatory citizen science project led by social and natural scientists that mobilises volunteers in data collection, elaboration and sharing on the biological consequences of marine plastic pollution (via in-situ samples collection for plastisphere DNA analysis, underwater video documentation of new ecological niches, plankton evaluation), and in drafting a plan for sustainability-oriented practices based […]
The photo competition "Millimages des récifs" aims to refine the view of underwater photographers, amateur or professional, on the ecosystem they photograph. By imposing a theme each year to its contest, the Institut des Récifs Coralliens du Pacifique (IRCP) wishes that the participants have a naturalist look on their subject, more refined to the understanding […]
The Ocean Awareness Contest is an online educational platform that engages youth ages 11-18 worldwide in learning about and exploring the connections between human activities and the health of our ocean through the creative arts, introducing them to critical environmental issues and empowering them to take action. Student work becomes part of Bow Seat’s global […]
"Niterói on Ocean Decade” is a transmedia experience of environmental awareness about the ocean taking place at Espaco Cultural Correios, Niterói, Brazil. The project seeks to develop a critical and sensitive view of the ocean through art, opening new concepts with the intention of encouraging the public to transform the experiences lived at the […]
Are you a post-secondary student in Canada looking to make a positive impact on the environment? Join the Ocean of Data Challenge: Coast to Coast to Coast for a chance to win over $2000 in prizes as you explore ocean data to answer the ultimate question: How can ocean data help us understand Canada’s ocean […]
Join the first public webinar of the Ocean Decade Vision 2030 process! A milestone initiative of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development 2021-2030 (‘Ocean Decade’), this process led by ten Expert Working Groups aims to refine strategic ambitions for each of the Ocean Decade Challenges in the form of White Papers […]
Le lezioni del MAREdì is a PCTO Project, formally recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education and endorsed as an official activity of the Ocean Decade. This project led by marine biologist and scuba-diving trainer Martina Gaglioti is aimed at 67 high school students living in the first Biosphere Reserve of the history and is […]
The ocean is facing challenges from both climate change and increasing impacts caused by anthropogenic activities. This calls for breakthrough solutions to address the challenges for a shared sustainable ocean future. Digital Twins of the ocean (DTOs) are digital representations of the ocean that help to answer ‘what if’ questions. Thus, they are intended to […]
For six consecutive years, the National Coastal Marine Symposium of Guatemala has disseminated scientific information regarding the country's marine-coastal zones and their biodiversity. Each year it has reached more than 100 people per event. With the participation of international and national researchers. This trajectory has earned it the important endorsement of UNESCO, in the year […]
From a single tweet, Black In Marine Science (BIMS) Week blossomed into a global movement spanning 31 countries. We've formed a genuine community, transcended boundaries, and we are thrilled to announce our next wave maker. Our inaugural BIMS Week in-person event at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel Nov-26th-Dec 2 is the first event of its […]
Are you interested in marine research or do you want to go onboard a research vessel? Visit the Marine Station Ostend of the Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) on Sunday November 26 for the annual Science Day. Scientists will highlight the health of the ocean and its link to the human body. Follow our fit-o-meter and […]
Many conversations about sustainability and climate-change focus on activities on land – the green part of our planet. This misses a vital part of the puzzle, the role that our oceans play. This event will bring together leading voices in the field for a discussion on the risks to the health of our oceans and […]
The United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030) at COP28 The Ocean Decade will be present at COP28, taking place from 30 November to 12 December 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to spotlight ocean science solutions that contribute to climate action in the framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. […]
How many people know that solutions to plastic pollution exist? Many would like to be part of the solution but are overwhelmed or don’t have time to do the research or feel overwhelmed... I’m Plastic Free is a world-first matchmaking platform for plastic waste reduction. It connects individuals and small businesses with solutions to plastic […]
OceanX and UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission in its role as coordinator of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030) are co-hosting a pavilion in the Blue Zone of the UNFCCC COP28. The Pavilion aims to promote the role of science, media, technology and education to achieve ocean solutions for climate action and […]
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