14 October, 2026
Expert review: 2027 IPCC Methodology Report on Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies, Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories
The Expert Review of the first draft of the Methodology Report titled “2027 IPCC Methodology Report on Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies, Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories (Additional guidance)” will take place from 2 November to 20 December 2026, 23:59 (GMT +1). All …
14 October, 2026
Re-watch – From Seaweed Science to Blue Innovation: Building Regenerative Aquaculture in the Mediterranean
The last ECOP Wednesdays series event took place on Wednesday 7 October, featuring Beatriz Castelar, who spoke about the opportunities and challenges of developing sustainable and regenerative seaweed aquaculture in the Mediterranean. You can find out more about Beatriz Castelar here. If you missed this interesting …
12 October, 2026
Volunteer with The Marine Diaries
Love the ocean and want to make a difference? Join The Marine Diaries’ passionate team of volunteers. Their remote roles offer opportunities to gain skills and experience, contribute to ocean education, showcase your work and connect with a diverse community working across conservation, filmmaking, research …
12 October, 2026
Wildlife: Our Climate Allies
A new peer-reviewed study highlights the vital role wild animals play in regulating Earth’s climate. From dugongs supporting carbon storage in seagrass meadows to tigers influencing forest ecosystems, wildlife helps maintain healthy, carbon-rich habitats. Backed by a scientific consensus endorsed by over 350 researchers, the …
12 October, 2026
Penguin Colony in Decline
The world’s largest penguin colony has suffered a dramatic decline, with new surveys revealing a 63% reduction in chinstrap penguin nests on Zavodovski Island in the South Sandwich Islands between 2011 and 2025. Scientists from the British Antarctic Survey are investigating the decline, with warming …
12 October, 2026
The Danube Delta and Healing Power of Nature
In Ukraine’s Danube Delta, rewilding is helping restore ecosystems while bringing hope to communities affected by war. A documentary by award-winning filmmaker Emmanuel Rondeau follows efforts to reintroduce large herbivores, including water buffalo, wild horses and deer, to restore wetlands and steppe habitats. Beyond ecological …
12 October, 2026
Why Being Near Water Makes Us Feel Better
Why does being near water often make us feel calmer, happier and more connected to the world around us? The concept of a ‘Blue Mind’ describes the restorative effects of spending time in, on or around water. Drawing on scientific research, the idea explores how …
8 October, 2026
A free virtual beach walk on Jekyll Island
Marine educator Eve Taylor of Living Porpoisefully has made a free 10-minute virtual beach exploration, filmed at low tide on Jekyll Island, Georgia, featuring live sand dollars and other shoreline finds. It comes with three printable colouring pages and a fact sheet for families, classrooms …
7 October, 2026
Publication: How to use cumulative impact assessment for marine spatial planning
The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO has published the third volume of its MSPglobal Data Toolbox series which provides guidance on “How to use Cumlative Impact Assessment for Marine Spatial Planning”. The publication is a forward-looking resource that supports more consistent, transparent, and evidence-based MSP …
5 October, 2026
Publication: 10th EU Copernicus Ocean State Report
The 10th edition of the Copernicus Marine Ocean State Report has been published this week. The OSR10 highlights how science helps us understand what’s happening in the ocean and why, and how that knowledge can inform decision-making to help society adapt. From ocean monitoring and …