World Surfing League Pure
The World Surf League is deeply committed to ocean health and is implementing new initiatives centered around reducing our carbon footprint, refusing single-serve plastics, and leaving every coastline better than we found it. For that they ask all of us to make a pledge, deciding which actions you will commit to this year, post a […]
WWF Brasil – Programa Marinho e Mata Atlântica
With extensive operations in biomes such as the Amazon, Cerrado, Pantanal and Atlantic Forest, the conservation of marine life strengthens and expands WWF’s activities in protecting the environment on different fronts. The WWF Brazil’s Programa Marinho e Mata Atlântica aims to draw society’s attention to the importance of ocean health to their lives and how […]
WILDOCEANS programme
The purpose of the WILDOCEANS programme speaks directly to the Sustainable Development Goals (RIO+20) of the Blue Economy advanced by the United Nations: “improved human well-being and social equity, while significantly reducing environmental risks and ecological scarcities”. In developing the WILDOCEANS programme we see need for strategic action and innovative partnerships to support government and […]
United Nations Environment Programme
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Our mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring […]
US Ocean Carbon and Biogeochemistry Program
The US Ocean Carbon and Biogeochemistry (OCB) program was established in 2006 as one of the major activities of the U.S. Carbon Cycle Science Program, an interagency body that coordinates and facilitates activities relevant to carbon cycle science, climate, and global change issues. OCB’s overarching goal is to explore the ocean’s role in the global […]
Venha conhecer a Ria Formosa – Passeio de barco na Fuseta
“Venha conhecer a Ria Formosa – Passeio de barco na Fuseta” is a citizen science activity from the Centro Ciência Viva de Tavira. This activity along the Ria Formosa Coastal Lagoon to highlight the value of these ecossystems in terms of their richness, biodiversity, coastal protection, cultural values etc..
Waitt Institute
At the Waitt Institute, we partner with governments, engage stakeholders, facilitate the policymaking process, and build capacity for effective implementation and long-term success to help grow Blue Economies and sustainably manage ocean resources. We are founding partners of the Blue Prosperity Coalition, a coalition of NGO’s, academic institutions, foundations, and other organizations working together to […]
Transboundary Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Sustainable Blue Economy Online Course
The GEF LME:LEARN Transboundary Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Sustainable Blue Economy Course provides an introduction into MSP concepts relevant for practitioners working within Large Marine Ecosystems and their Coasts. This course aims to provide project leads, partners, and others with practical approaches, lessons on MSP and illustrative case studies. A facilitated version took place […]
Turtle Foundation
Turtle Foundation is a NGO that aims at contributing to sea turtle conservation in Cape Verde by cooperating with local communities to create a future where both sea turtles and people can thrive conducts. Turtle Foundation develops turtle biology/conservation presentations, sponsors art and educational programs for school children, organizes beach clean-ups, provides training sessions for […]
Two Oceans Aquarium Environmental Education Centre
The Two Oceans Aquariam Environmental Centre offers stimulating educational programmes that seeks to suppliment the school curriculum with regards to ocean literacy and a general appreciation for the ocean and all ocean life.
The Support Action to GMES Africa on Earth Observation
The SAGA-EO proposition consists in a feasibility study on critical pieces of the puzzle of the Lisbon Declaration Implementation Plan on GMES and Africa and to complement previous experience in that field. The SAGA-EO concept is based on a sound experience of both European and African programmes dealing with environment monitoring based on information derived […]
The SysTEM for Analysis Research and Training
START works globally, connecting experts and organizations across countries and regions, with a particular focus on Africa and Asia. Since 1992, START has promoted science capacity development that advances knowledge and action on critical sustainability issues. START is a core international partner of the United States Global Change Research Program and works closely with universities […]
The Whale Camp
Established in 1984, The Whale Camp’s marine science program has had an exceptional experiential impact on hundreds of students ages ten to seventeen. The Whale Camp’s hands-on programming and vibrantly personal experiences brings students face-to-face to study whales, porpoises, seals, puffins and numerous other marine and avian species in their own natural habitat. These experiences […]
Tallurutiup Imanga Inuit Stewards Program
Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) is the regional voice of Nunavut’s Qikiqtani Inuit. Tallurutiup Imanga Inuit Stewards at work is a program where the Stewards take on a number of tasks; from monitoring sea ice conditions, to archiving cultural sites and assisting with search and rescue efforts. As part of their work, they have been harvesting […]
Tara Oceans
The Tara Ocean Foundation has developed an open, innovative Ocean science that will enable us to predict, anticipate and better manage tomorrow’s climate risks. We use high-level scientific expertise to raise awareness and educate young people, mobilize policy makers at the highest level, and enable emerging and developing countries to access the latest knowledge about […]
The African Coelacanth Ecosystem Programme
In 2000, at the dawn of the new millennium, a living population of coelacanths was found off Sodwana Bay and the African Coelacanth Ecosystem Programme (ACEP) was born. The discovery of this enigmatic fish provided yet another chapter to an amazing South African story that had played out on the world stage between 1938 and […]
The Atlantic Ocean Tropical Tuna Tagging Programme
The objective of the Atlantic Ocean Tropical tuna Tagging Programme (AOTTP) is to contribute to food security and economic growth of the developing Atlantic coastal states by ensuring sustainable management of tropical tuna resources in the Atlantic Ocean. Specifically it will provide evidence-based scientific advice to developing Atlantic coastal states, and other ICCAT Contracting Parties, […]
The European Beach Hazards Platform
Beach safety differs strongly from region to region and depends largely on a wide range of factors. Especially in Europe, where languages, cultures and beach morphologies are highly diverse, regulations concerning beach safety are not well known or disseminated among citizens. The The European Beach Hazards Platform, as part of the European Horizon 2020 project […]
Surface Ocean – Lower Atmosphere Study
The global and multidisciplinary research project Surface Ocean – Lower Atmosphere Study (SOLAS) was established to provide international science coordination and capacity building.Initiated with a first Open Science Conference in 2000 and formally launched in 2004, SOLAS research aims to understand the key biogeochemical-physical interactions and feedbacks between the ocean and atmosphere. Achievement of this […]
Supporting the Application of the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management considering Climate and Pollution Impacts
The EAF-Nansen Programme “Supporting the Application of the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management considering Climate and Pollution Impacts” is an initiative to support the implementation of the ecosystem approach in the management of marine fisheries. The aim is to promote sustainable utilization of marine living resources and improved protection of the marine environment. The program […]
SOS Ocean Booklet
The SOS Ocean Booklet, allow people living in and visiting Portugal can promote sustainable consumption by choosing the right species of fish and seafood to buy or order. The SOS Ocean Booklet indicates the fish and seafood species that can be consumed without compromising the future of the oceans. Easy to consult, the SOS Ocean […]
South Africa – Norway Cooperation on Blue Economy
Joint research collaboration on ocean economy between Norway and South africa. On 12 November 2019 the NRF and the Norwegian Embassy in Pretoria signed a grant agreement for the funding of the joint research projects between South Africa and Norway under the SANOCEAN Programme (which stands for SA/Norway joint research programme on ocean research including […]
South African National Antarctic Programme
SANAP recognises the global and national importance of safeguarding the environment of the Antarctic and Southern Ocean and protecting the integrity of ecosystems, both marine and terrestrial, in the region. SANAP plays a crucial role in conserving this living laboratory – the coldest, windiest and driest place on Earth. Studies done in the Antarctic are […]
South African Seafood Initiative
In 2004, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) established the South African Sustainable Seafood Initiative (SASSI) to inform and educate all participants in the seafood trade, from wholesalers to restaurateurs through to seafood lovers, about sustainable seafood. By using a “traffic light” system, the colour-coded SASSI list categorises selected South African and imported seafood […]
Southern Ocean Carbon and Climate Observatory
SOCCO is a South African born science programme, in support of the Global Change Grand Challenge and the Marine and Antarctic Research Strategy. It aims to use the challenging problems in the role of the Southern Ocean in 21st century regional and global climate to attract excellent young South Africans to acquire advanced numerical, technological […]
Sea Shepherd
Sea Shepherd was founded in 1977 by Captain Paul Watson in Vancouver, Canada, with the mission to protect and conserve all marine wildlife. Incorporated in Oregon in 1981 as the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, today the movement has independent entities in over 20 countries working together on direct-action campaigns around the world. Sea Shepherd Conservation […]
SeaSmart
Sea Smart delivers fun and solution-based programs and projects to people of all ages – inspiring us all to make a positive and lasting impact on our oceans. Sea Smart is a charity that delivers a diverse and innovative range of educational programs that are empirically-developed and derived from current ocean issues to empower youth, […]
Sentinel Sites for Long-Term Ecological Research
The Sentinel Sites for Long-Term Ecological Research (SSLTER) programme includes three Sentinel Sites: Algoa Bay SS in the Eastern Cape (established in 2008), Natal-Bight SS in KwaZulu-Natal (rolling out in 2018), and the Two-Oceans SS in the Western Cape (rolling out in 2018). In addition, Satellite Sentinel Sites (SSS) will be established along the West […]
Shark Academy
The Shark Academy is an internship and volunteer programme. This is an academic field school experience specializing in connecting undergraduate students, early career scientists, conservationists and senior scientists. Focussing on skills development, academic mentoring, field work, science communication and professional portfolio development. All with a focus on Africa’s diverse sharks.
Shorefast Foundation
The mission of Shorefast is to build cultural, ecological and economic resilience on Fogo Island and to serve other communities by sharing place-based models of economic development. To accomplish these goals, Shorefast has two main branches: (1) Shorefast, a Canadian registered charity: Through a combination of private donations and surpluses from SSEI businesses, our charitable […]
SAEON Citizen Science on Ocean Science Literacy
Community members collect data on a monthly basis to determine the amount of plastics found in and around the ocean. Workshops with surrounding communities on keeping our oceans free from plastics.
SAEON Marine Science Camps
SAEON has established school-based monitoring projects at school around their nodes. These programmes give learners and educators the opportunity to develop their data literacy, statistics and data visualisation skills. They are also encouraged to use this data to design projects for science expos and competitions. Secondary School learners are taken to the sea for threee […]
