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TEDx PORTO COUNTDOWN – THE UNSPOKEN TRUTH ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE

It is possible to clean the atmosphere? (going beyond the efforts to neutralize new emissions) All the last reports by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change clearly state that only by removing CO2 from the atmosphere we can meet the Paris Agreement Goals. In parallel with the ongoing process of reducing and mitigating new […]

Capitol Hill Ocean Week

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington DC, United States

A complex, interconnected network of biology, chemistry, and physical forces work together to sustain life on Earth. Change to one system effects all. Impacts ripple locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.    Our social and economic systems are part of the Earth system and now the main drivers of change.    Understanding global climate change and mitigating and […]

ICOS Italy meets in Lampedusa

via Cameroni s.n.c. Lampedusa (AG) Italy Cameroni s.n.c. Italy, Lampedusa, Italy

The Conference room of MPA Pelagie Islands will host  the ICOS Italy meets in Lampedusa- Upgrading the national Atmosphere, Ecosisteme and Ocean Observatories. The " ICOS Italy meets in Lampedusa" event , organized by the CNR in collaboration with ENEA,  will be held on the island from 6 to 8 June with the aim of taking stock together […]

People of the Sea Global Clean Up

This World Oceans Day, join us for the 4th annual People of the Sea Global Clean Up. Wherever you may be, clean up above, beside and below the water - park, dock, playground, beach, river or town, everywhere leads to the ocean and we're all people of the sea. Tag @tenlittlepieces in your posts and […]

Event Series Pick-Up Plastics Campaign

Pick-Up Plastics Campaign

Sagar Nagar Beach Sagar Nagar Beach, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

PICK-UP PLASTICS CAMPAIGN May 18 - June 8, 2023 Every Morning 6 a.m. - 7 a.m. The United Nations celebrates World Oceans Day every year on 8 June. Many countries have celebrated this special day since 1992. The ocean covers the majority of the earth, but only a small portion of its waters has been […]

“Water for us – we for water” celebrating World Oceans Day

Pupils and teachers of the Chýnov Primary School, The Czech Republic, invite you to a small exhibition with a lecture about our Erasmus+ project "Water for us - we for water". This event will take place in the local library of Chýnov from 6 June to 8 June. With this event we would like to […]

Draw-Along: Marine Mammals – California State Parks

Carpinteria State Beach 205 Palm Ave, Carpinteria, CA, United States

Celebrate World Ocean Week with California State Parks! -- See our full list of programs at http://bit.ly/WorldOceanWeek Ahoy, sea-lovers! We are thrilled to present a fin-tastic oceanic adventure like no other! Kick off World Ocean Week at Carpinteria State Beach as we explore the mysterious and magnificent world of marine mammals! From the majestic humpback […]

Kenya’s Marine Virtual Discussion – Tides are Changing

Join our session centred at rallying the world towards a common front through highlighting the benefits accruing from and opportunities offered by the ocean and the challenges it faces, ideas and solutions that are working together to protect and revitalize the ocean and everything it sustains as well as sharing experiences, successes, showcase best practices […]

Live Webinar: Integrating Marine and Freshwater Protections Across Aquascapes

The webinar has its origins in a session at the 5th International Marine Protected Area Congress, held in February 2023, with the same speakers and topics.  The session will discuss the need to integrate conservation, restoration, and management of freshwaters and transitional waters (e.g., estuaries and lagoons) with marine and coastal waters. The session will […]

Exploring the Majesty of Sharks: Virtual Conferences for World Ocean Day

Loro Parque Av. Loro Parque,, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

Join us in celebrating World Ocean Day throughout the entire month of June with a series of captivating virtual conferences centered around the incredible world of sharks. Hosted by Loro Parque, these engaging videoconferences will shed light on the vital role sharks play in our oceans and emphasize the importance of their conservation. Immerse yourself […]

Exploring the Majesty of Sharks: Virtual Conferences for World Ocean Day

Loro Parque Av. Loro Parque,, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

Join us in celebrating World Ocean Day throughout the entire month of June with a series of captivating virtual conferences centered around the incredible world of sharks. Hosted by Loro Parque, these engaging videoconferences will shed light on the vital role sharks play in our oceans and emphasize the importance of their conservation. Immerse yourself […]

Zoosday Tuesday Celebrates World Ocean Day

Virtual: Pueblo Zoo 3455 Nuckolls Ave, Pueblo, CO, United States

Join the Pueblo Zoo Education Team on Zoosday Tuesday - our live, 15-minute, bi-monthly webcast - as we explore the watershed and find out how it connects land-locked Colorado to the world's ocean. We'll visit with the African Penguins before considering the question of how we can reduce our use of Single-Use-Plastics, one of the […]

‘Humanatee’ Documentary Screening – Explorers Club, New York

Explorers Club 46 E 70th St,, New York, NY, United States

Planet Froth Productions will be premiering their documentary short film “Humanatee” for UN World Ocean Week at the Explorers Club in New York. The film follows the underwater archaeologist and explorer Damien Leloup's journey to form an unlikely bond with these gentle giants, and examines the larger implications of humanity's relationship with species extinction.  Learn […]

Event Series Pick-Up Plastics Campaign

Pick-Up Plastics Campaign

Sagar Nagar Beach Sagar Nagar Beach, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

PICK-UP PLASTICS CAMPAIGN May 18 - June 8, 2023 Every Morning 6 a.m. - 7 a.m. The United Nations celebrates World Oceans Day every year on 8 June. Many countries have celebrated this special day since 1992. The ocean covers the majority of the earth, but only a small portion of its waters has been […]

7º Mutirão de Limpeza de Praia – Projeto Amigos do Mar

Praia Quebra Mar -Paracuru Praia Quebra Mar, Paracuru, Brazil

No dia 07/06/2023 estaremos realizando nosso 7º mutirão de limpeza de praia em alusão ao dia mundial do Meio Ambiente e ao dia Mundial dos Oceanos. Esse será um evento organizado pelo projeto de extensão Amigos do Mar do IFCE campus Paracuru no estado do Ceará -Brasil. Saiba mais aqui English translation:  On 07/06/2023 we […]

ANNOUNCEMENT: World Oceans Deal

What a historic achievement on this World Ocean Day! Three major Dutch caterers, Vermaat, Albron, and Sodexo, have now entered into a World Oceans Deal with the World Wildlife Fund Netherlands and Good Fish. This achievement builds upon the initial signing of the deal by Vermaat and Albron back in 2021. With Sodexo joining them […]

Event Series Painting 1 Million Cups Blue

Painting 1 Million Cups Blue

Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship 803 S College Rd. Wilmington, NC 28403, Wilmington, NC, United States

For the month of June, our presenters for 1 Million Cups will be businesses and organizations related to the Blue Economy. June 7 - Local Catch June 14 - Sea Grant June 21 - Falling Tide June 28 - Sand Bar Oyster Company Learn more here

Ciencia Oceánica para el Desarrollo sostenible

Universidad Estatal Península de Santa Elena UPSE Q48C+PR La Libertad, Ecuador, La Libertad, Ecuador

Es un evento de divulgación científica, organizado por estudiantes de la asignatura de Ecología General. Paralelo 2 de la Carrera de Biología, Facultad de Ciencias del Mar en la Universidad Estatal Península de Santa Elena UPSE. Ecuador. Contará con 6 Nodos Ecológicos que darán a conocer temas sobre Conservación, Contaminación y Biodiversidad Marina. This is […]

Protecting the Ocean via Criminal Law

The Explorers Club 46 E 70th Street, NY, NY 10021​ USA, New York, United States

Join  Sylvia Earle and John Vermilye for a fireside chat as they discuss the movement for legal protection for our ocean and marine life as well as launch of the Ocean for Ecocide Law network. The official launch for this event will take place during World Ocean Week in NY on 07 June at the The Explorers Club. […]

Event Series Blue Nile Cleanup

Blue Nile Cleanup

Considering the River Nile  is one of the most important sources of fresh water, we have considered the necessity of cleaning it from single-use plastic and solid waste in order to achieve the goals of sustainable development and to participate in the celebration of the World Oceans Day.   Learn more here

Plastic Paradox and Ocean Health Lab

Australian National Maritime Museum 2 Murray Street, Pyrmont, NSW, Australia

Join a tour with the Australian National Maritime Museum and Seabin Foundation to explore the collection associated with plastic topics, and the Ocean Health Lab where Seabin catches from Sydney Harbour are analysed daily for valuable data on marine pollution, including microplastics. Learn more here.

Plastic Paradox and Ocean Health Lab

Australian National Maritime Museum 2 Murray Street, Pyrmont, NSW, Australia

Join a tour with the Australian National Maritime Museum and Seabin Foundation to explore the collection associated with plastic topics, and the Ocean Health Lab where Seabin catches from Sydney Harbour are analysed daily for valuable data on marine pollution, including microplastics. Learn more here.

Upwell: A Wave of Ocean Justice

Please join Azul, the Center for American Progress, and Urban Ocean Lab for an online symposium on the rising tide of justice and equity in ocean policy. The need to pursue environmental justice does not end at the water’s edge. Access to ocean resources and influence in shaping ocean policy have long been inequitable across […]

Event Series World Ocean Day Kid’s Craft

World Ocean Day Kid’s Craft

Sapulpa Public Library 27 W. Dewey Ave., Sapulpa, OK, United States

Our Summer Reading Program Kick-off Craft is painted rock turtles for World Ocean Day. We will have this craft on Wednesday, June 7 @ 2 p.m. Please RSVP the week prior to reserve your craft kit at sapulpalibrary@gmail.com or call (918) 224-5624 the week prior to the craft. We hope to see you at the […]

Surfrider Foundation Net Patrol Coastal Cleanup

Aliomanu Estates Beach Access parking lot Aliomanu Estates, Anahola,, HI, United States

Net patrol- coastal cleanup is an extreme cleanup involving a hike and working on a rocky coastline that can be very physically challenging. We will be hiking in and cleaning a rocky coastline south of Moloaa Bay. Meeting location tentative: Aliomanu Estates Beach Access parking lot- call or text to confirm location For more info […]

Fair Seas World Ocean Day Conference

Cork City Hall City Hall, Anglesea Street, Cork, Ireland

On June 8th 2023 we hope to welcome you to Cork City Hall. We’ll bring ocean advocates, fishing community, government, industry and key stakeholders together to map out Ireland’s next steps for designating and managing a network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Learn from best practices across the world, be part of the conversation and develop […]