Ocean News

The Caribbean Ocean Acidification Community of Practice (CoP) endeavors to explore the impacts of ocean acidification (OA) on the ocean and coastal areas (for example coral reefs), ecosystem and human health, and socio-economic activities within the region. Due to your ocean expertise in the region, we are reaching out to you to take and share […]

A team at Conservation International is gathering information concerning MPA communities and their experiences with climate change. This survey will help identify what MPA managers and practitioners need to effectively plan for and respond to climate change impacts. Your responses will go towards the construction and design of resources that address the specific needs of […]

Passive acoustic monitoring (PAM) has developed significantly over the last 20 years and hydrophones are now being deployed in more locations, more often, by more people, than ever before. To celebrate the increasing breadth of the application of PAM around the world, and help promote public awareness of Ocean Sound to an increasingly interested global […]

The first training course focusing on co-design and co-delivery in the Ocean Decade establishes a milestone in the promotion of transdisciplinary, solutions-oriented ocean science The pilot edition of the Ocean Decade Co-Design Training Course for African Stakeholders, held online over six weeks in partnership with the Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research (ZMT), concluded in the […]

The objective of this call is to offer physical access to EMSO Facilities where users’ devices can be installed, including sensors, instruments, systems, new technologies and where new procedures/experiments can be tested/take place. The set of Regional Facilities offered for access provides the broadest scientific and technological capabilities to future users. In 2023, seven Facilities […]

On Thursday 2 March 2023 the European Ocean Observing System (EOOS) launched the EOOS Strategy 2023-2027 and a Roadmap for its Implementation at a dedicated webinar. EOOS’ Vision is of a European Ocean Observing System that is sustained and meets the specific needs of users. The Strategy 2023-2027 sets out the direction of EOOS’ development towards this […]

Chris Kerry, a PhD student at the University of Exeter, is researching illegal fishing within MPAs and is investigating the perspectives of the global MPA practitioner network on what they perceive as the most pertinent drivers of Illegal fishing activity within the MPAs that they work in. Chris has compiled a questionnaire which asks participants to […]

On 16 February, EMODnet held a public webinar outlining the upgraded EMODnet services through their one single entry portal. This new portal integrates all EMODnet thematic services. The event was recorded and is available here. EMODnet invites you to watch the recording and re-visit special points of interest, as well as to share it with your […]

This week the European Commission presented a package of measures to improve the sustainability and resilience of the EU’s fisheries and aquaculture sector. It includes four elements: Communication on the Energy Transition of the EU Fisheries and Aquaculture sector; Action Plan to protect and restore marine ecosystems for sustainable and resilient fisheries; Communication on the […]

Bluedy Time is a large ocean-related consultation at European level. It gives you the opportunity to voice your ideas on Ocean issues and to shape the upcoming European elections. This campaign is about strengthening and consolidating European policies on Ocean protection by offering you, whether you are a EU citizen or a civil society organization, […]

As the research training advisory and coordination arm of the World Climate Research Program, the WCRP Academy aims to equip current and future climate scientists with the knowledge, skills and attributes required to tackle the world’s most pressing and challenging climate research questions, by serving as a knowledge broker who connects climate scientists with training providers based […]

After real­is­ing the lack of LGBTQ+ vis­i­bil­i­ty in marine sci­ence led her to aban­don her child­hood dream, Nicole Mor­ris decid­ed to re-route her life path to become a marine biologist and conserve endan­gered rays. In the short film ‘Diving for Rays’, she shares the story of how she chased her dreams by becoming a certified scuba diver. […]

Bridging (Ocean) Research, Innovation, and Diversity across Generations of Experts and Stakeholders (OceanBRIDGES) is a Task Team within the ECOP programme that facilitates and develops intergenerational dialogue and knowledge exchange. They have previously organized events (either online, in-person, or hybrid) and are looking to continue these, as well as start webinars and develop guides to share with […]

From 23 to 25 January the The Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership, a network of 60 Partners from 25 countries and the European Commission gathered in Rome to announce and discuss planned activities. With the launch of the first joint call for proposals on 13 February 2023, the Partnership will pool research and innovation investments and align […]

All-Atlantic is building a database that aims to gather relevant initiatives along and across the Atlantic Ocean, at national and international level, that contribute to the implementation of the All-Atlantic Ocean Research and Innovation Alliance ambition, supporting the Galway and the Belém Statements as well as the Administrative Arrangements between the European Commission and Argentina, […]

The European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) has launched a fully centralised marine data service, integrating all of its thematic services into one single portal. This thematic unification is a major upgrade, which simplifies access and enhances the EMODnet user experience. Central to the upgrade and major improvement is the release of the common […]

#OceanDecade Activity 🏆🌊 #2023OceanPitchChallenge: applications are open! The Ocean pitch challenge is back for its 3rd edition! Are you working on developing a solution that contributes to the preservation of the #ocean? Apply today for the Ocean pitch challenge® 2023, co-organized by RespectOcean and Sustainable Ocean Alliance 💫 Receive the opportunity to have your solution reviewed and assessed […]

The largest public consultation ever held on the past, present and future of the EU’s Horizon research and innovation programmes 2014-2027 is still open for another few weeks. Stakeholders are able to share their views on the performance of Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe, as well as shaping the strategic orientations for the Horizon Europe […]

The Database of Atlantic Marine Research & Innovation Initiatives gathers relevant initiatives along and across the Atlantic Ocean, at national and international levels. These initiatives contribute to the implementation of the All-Atlantic Ocean Research and Innovation Alliance‘s ambitions. The database currently hosts 824 initiatives from all over the Atlantic, from Pole to Pole. If you […]

Following their recently renewed partnership agreement, the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) and Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) are pleased to confirm that preparatory work has started for a 5th International Polar Year (IPY) in 2032-33. Organizing the 5th IPY 25 years after the last IPY in 2007-08 reflects the urgent need for coordinated international research to tackle the biggest […]

The EMB Secretariat gathered all the amazing footage of the first round of artists-in-residence of the EMBracing the Ocean programme into a playlist on the EMB YouTube Channel, which includes footage from artists Michael Begg, Emily Lartillot and Lera Litvinova. Click here to watch the full playlist. via EMB Have any news or opportunity in […]

SOLAS has 31 scientific National and Regional Networks with currently 35 Representatives around the world. The National and Regional Reports are prepared voluntarily on an annual basis and provide a valuable overview of the current SOLAS-related research performed around the world. You can browse through the National and Regional Reports 2021 here. via SOLAS Have any news […]

The Resilience Partnership of the European Ocean Governance Project has identified case studies and good practices for MPA managers dealing with rapid development and drastic changes in their geographical contexts. Capitalizing on the real-world experiences of partnership members, the Resilience Partnership has developed a toolkit to promote resilience-oriented management of MPAs. This toolkit includes the R-SAT (Resilience Self-Assessment […]

The Pacific Marine & Estuarine Fish Habitat Partnership recently released a State of the Knowledge of U.S. West Coast Nearshore Habitat Use by Fish Assemblages and Select Invertebrates Report and Data Products, which provides critical information to comprehensively explore and understand the influences and effects of restoration efforts, sea level rise, and range expansion or retractions of focal species along […]

The EMB is excited to announce that the 2023 – 2024 edition of their EMBracing the Ocean artist-in-residence programme will be open for applications on Monday 9 January 2023. They are looking for artists worldwide from a wide variety of creative discipline with an interest in Ocean sustainability to work with scientists and co-create new […]

The network of National Contact Points (NCPs) is the main structure to provide guidance, practical information and assistance on all aspects of participation in Horizon Europe. NCPs are also established in many non-EU and non-associated countries. These experts will help you to participate in the Horizon Europe EU Missions. You can access the network here. via EU Have […]

In June 2022, EMB and the Young Ambassadors launched the online ECOP Wednesdays Event Series. The aim is to learn more about the European and international marine science policy landscape, and to interact with research and policy professionals and other relevant stakeholders in this landscape. The 6th ECOP Wednesday series event featured Dr Erik van Doorn who spoke about his thoughts […]

The IUCN Marine Mammal Protected Areas Task Force provides groundwork for conservation of whales, dolphins, sirenians, pinnipeds, and other marine mammals by identifying globally Important Marine Mammal Areas (IMMAs) through a robust, peer-reviewed process. IMMAs are discrete portions of habitat, important to marine mammal species, that have the potential to be delineated and managed for […]

You are invited to take part in a survey of the training, resources, and expertise currently required to support marine and freshwater stakeholders that work in citizen engagement around Europe. The survey is being conducted as part of PREP4BLUE, a Horizon Europe project that supports the EU’s Mission: Restore Our Ocean and Waters by 2030. The PREP4BLUE survey […]

Scientists at Plymouth Marine Laboratory have released the latest open source version of ERSEM, the European Regional Seas Ecosystem Model. The Marine Systems Modelling team have shared the updated version of the model, which is currently used both for regional applications around the world, from the Northwest European shelf to South East Asia, as well as at a global […]

The sixth issue of the Copernicus Ocean State Report and its summary is now available online. This annual publication provides a comprehensive and state-of-the-art overview of the current state, variations, and changes occurring in the European regional seas and global Ocean over the past decades and for recent years, particularly for 2020. It also highlights […]

The Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON) has produced a “Dear colleague letter” in lieu of a formal request for a community of practice in the Ocean Decade forum to support the Marine Life 2030 and other programmes focusing on marine biology observations. The letter aims to enable a dialogue, and coordination and cooperation between programmes. MBON invites […]

ECOPs has just released their latest youtube video featuring ECOPs around the world. This week, we discuss community education and Ocean literacy with Chris Promise Nwachukwu – founder of NGO: Green Promise Initiative. Chris has just returned from an Ellen MacArthur Foundation training camp in Ethiopia, exploring ways to ignite circular economy solutions from a […]

EMBracing the Ocean artist-in-residence Emily Lartillot’s choreography ‘Of roots and sea’ will be performed by youth dancers from Steps for a Change dance company at the University of the Earth event at UNESCO Paris on 25 and 26 November 2022. The choreography was developed in collaboration with researcher Yunne Shin from the French National Research […]

In June 2022, EMB and the Young Ambassadors launched the online ECOP Wednesdays Event Series. The aim is to learn more about the European and international marine science policy landscape, and to interact with research and policy professionals and other relevant stakeholders in this landscape. The 5th ECOP Wednesday series event featured Dr Susanna Pakkasmaa who spoke about how to […]

Based on the positive response to the Achieving 30×30 for Our Coasts, Oceans, and Communities Conference last November, CoastalQuest has launched a survey to understand the priority needs of practitioners across a broad range of multi-benefit coastal 30×30 initiatives. With this input they will provide training, technical assistance, small grants, and other support to help coastal 30×30 practitioners achieve […]

If you are attending upcoming COPs and would like to be connected with other ECOPs that also are, please fill in the short form so we can create a sub-group and coordinate accordingly. You can find the form in this link. via ECOPs Have any news or opportunity in ocean sciences to share? Send it […]

The EU is facing an unparalleled shortage of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers and education. This survey is part of a roadmap of activities to address the underrepresentation of women in STEM, which will also feed into the follow-up to a proposal of the Conference on the Future of Europe that called […]

EMB’s artist-in-residence programme ‘EMBracing the Ocean’ provides grants for creative individuals to inspire wide reaching societal change for Ocean sustainability by expanding societies’ understanding of the Ocean’s value and the urgency of ensuring its health and resilience now and into the future. Lera Litvinova, one of EMB’s current artist-in-residence, is a Ukrainian visual artist and art curator. As […]

The EuroSea Gender and Diversity Board has launched a survey on oceanographic activities in Europe. EuroSea is a H2020 funded project on Improving and integrating the European Ocean Observing and Forecasting System. This short survey (~10 minutes to answer) includes questions on demographics, background and careers in ocean science organizations, as well as any perceived barriers due to gender or […]

OCN (Ocean Currency Network) is a Measurement as a Service (MaaS) business to make ocean data easier and less expensive to share and access. They are building a dashboard to visualize and compare multiple ocean datasets and eventually predict ocean patterns and anomalies. They are surveying potential users about their current experiences and needs for […]

This course offered by Human Nature builds knowledge and confidence for using conservation social science – allowing a better understand what it is, how it is delivered, and how it can help better understand audiences. For more detail and to register, visit this link. Registration closes October 13. via Human Nature Have any news or […]

ECOP conversations is a new Youtube series for Early Career Ocean Professionals (ECOPs). In this first episode the host meets Alexis Bahl: Oceanographer, Salp researcher and National Geographic 2022 Explorer. You can watch the first episode here. via ECOPs Have any news or opportunity in ocean sciences to share? Send it to info_at_nf-pogo-alumni.org

Into the Blue is a podcast produced by EMB Member organisation, the National Oceanography Centre (NOC). This podcast series dives deeper into a variety of topics relating to oceanography with a diverse selection of scientists who are helping to enhance our knowledge of the Ocean. In this new episode on the Twilight Zone, Dr Zoe Jacobs and Professor Stephanie […]

The sixth issue of the Copernicus Ocean State Report and its summary is now available online, coordinated by Mercator Ocean International, the implementing entity of the Copernicus Marine Service. This annual publication provides a comprehensive and state-of-the-art overview of the current state, variations, and changes occurring in the European regional seas and global ocean over […]

Are you starting a career in the Ocean sector and wondering how you can use your talents to sustain a healthy ocean? ECOP Canada teamed up with Ocean Week Canada and Ocean Networks Canada to bring you a FREE early career toolkit. Explore a future in Canada’s Ocean sector  ➡️ here and help ECOPs to spread […]

As an Implementing Partner, the EMB has committed to support the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (Ocean Decade) through various activities and events, which are all highlighted on the EMB website. In April 2022, the Secretariat launched the Ocean Decade newsletter to provide updates on activities of the EMB Secretariat and EMB […]

The World Bank defines the Blue Economy as the sustainable and integrated development of economic sectors in healthy oceans. Marine spatial planning (MSP) provides a comprehensive and integrated investment framework and financial and social rational for the Blue Economy. It does this by reducing investment risk and improving investors’ certainty for accessing marine resources. Specifically, […]

The Ocean Sampling Day (OSD) is a simultaneous worldwide research campaign where marine biologists around the globe participate in sampling of the world’s Oceans to produce contextual genomic data. Through Marine Biodiversity Observation Networks (MBONs) collecting cumulative samples, related in time, space and environmental parameters, researchers can gain invaluable insights into the marine environment, including […]

The First International Ocean Decade Conference was generously supported by Germany in virtual mode. The IOC Secretariat is now seeking written expressions of interest from Member States via their National Focal Points to host the Second International Ocean Decade Conference in late 2023 or early 2024. For more information click here. via UN Have any […]