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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 […]

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

Sealight – the ocean Breathes by Margot Berkman

entrance of the oncology Centre Oncology Centre,, Spaarne Gasthuis,, Hoofddorp, Netherlands

THE OCEAN BREATHES   -    SEALIGHT Measurements: 15 m x 3 m x 3 m.   Interactive light artwork in the Oncology Centre of the Spaarne Gasthuis in Hoofddorp   A hanging sculpture with the name ‘The Ocean Breathes – Sealight’ is placed in the entrance.   Visitors of the Oncology Centre are free […]

ReefBLITZ 2023

Great Barrier Reef 14 Cleveland Terrace, Townsville, Queenslands, Australia

ReefBlitz is an annual event that brings together students, divers, fishers, scientists and conservationists and multiple citizen science programs to help Queensland communities collect a snapshot of information relevant to reef health. When:      Key dates are 1-8 June Where:    Great Barrier Reef and Queensland, Australia How:  Take observations of marine life 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 […]

FOR PLANET OCEAN- Creativity Challenge on Instagram

#ForPlanetOcean is the Instagram creative challenge with the purpose of sparking a creative movement for planet ocean! The concept is simple, there will be 5 ocean-themed prompts throughout June that anyone can respond to, with an artwork or even a story, poem or song. We aim to reach more and more people each year, using […]

ANNOUCEMENT: COBSEA Presents: Combatting #Ghost Gear to Protect Marine Ecosystems

COBSEA (Coordinating Body on the Seas of East Asia) has taken a significant step forward in addressing the critical issue of ghost gear with the launch of the highly anticipated ghost gear videos. These educational videos aim to raise awareness about the damaging impact of ghost gear on marine life and ecosystems, providing viewers with […]

Beach Clean Up – Euroports

Hanko, Finland Hanko, Finland, Hanko, Finland

Euroports Hanko arranges a Beach Clean Up day at Tulliranta on the 1st of June. Learn more here. 

Ocean Week Victoria

Victoria, British Columbia Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Ocean Week Victoria is a collaboration among local community organizations to help people learn and care about their big blue backyard. Ocean Week events include educational and recreational activities that explore and interact with our oceans. Learn more here 

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 […]

HEPCA is celebrating World Oceans Day with a grand beach cleanup

El Wozaraa Beach El Wozaraa Beach, AlAhyaa, Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt, Hurghada, Egypt

Join HEPCA and Intro Sustainable Resources to celebrate World Ocean Day and clean up El Wozaraa Beach, Hurghada!    Let's make a difference and help protect the ocean by removing trash that harms marine life. No equipment needed - we'll provide everything you need.   Save the date - Friday, June 2nd, 10:00 AM - […]

Oceans & You!

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic 1675 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S3, Canada, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

In support of the United Nations World Oceans Day, we are excited to welcome you with a day of interactive and dynamic educational activities! Ocean marine experts and community will be here to demonstrate how our climate and oceans are changing in a hands-on learning environment! Learn more here. 

Only One Earth

Novotel Sharjah Expo Centre 897F+3P7 Al Khan Area - Al Taawun St - next to Sharjah Expo Centre - Al Khan - Sharja., Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

  Only One Earth     Inspired by UAE’s announcement of 2023 as the “Year of Sustainability” by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Funun Arts and Novotel Sharjah Expo Center, are pleased to announce the Second edition of the art event "Only One Earth”, to celebrate the World Environment Day & […]

The Giant Pacifc Octopus Art Exhibition – Reef Ecologic

Murky Waters Studio 26 Hanran Street,, Townsville City, QLD, Australia

Dare to enter the Octopus den wherein a ginormous, luminous creature is guarding her lair. Created by artists Jo Stacey with Michael Pope, The Giant Pacific Octopus is nesting at Murky Waters Studio. Join the artists exploring art and citizen science this June as we celebrate World Ocean Day. Reef Ecologic CEO Dr Adam Smith […]

National Shark Awareness Week

ZOOLOGICKÁ ZAHRADA OLOMOUC 29 Darwinova, Olomouc, Czech Republic

We invite you to our traditional event National Shark Awareness Week. This event is organized in the occasion of the World Ocean Day and take place from 3rd to 4th of  June 2023 in the Olomouc Zoo. Do you want to learn about marine predators and why they are so important for the marine ecosystem? […]

Supporting Activities for World Ocean Day

Cube O Discovery Park 8/F, Plaza 88, No.88 Yeung Uk Road, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong., Tsuen Wang, Hong Kong

As Hong Kong’sfirst city-centre marine experience destination, Cube O Discovery Park not only presents the underwater world and marine life in a new way, but also subtly condenses the vast ocean into a limited cubic space that brings the ocean close to hand and connects visitors to nature in new and entertaining ways. In order […]

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 […]

Africa’s Biggest Cleanup and Symposium

Sustainable World Initiatives Selander Bridge,Sea View Street,Ilala,Dar Es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of

MBRC The Ocean protects the ocean in collaboration with community based organizations, companies and NGOs like Sustainable World Initiatives in Tanzania. We expect to host Africa’s biggest cleanup, where we shall clean 7 beaches in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Dar Es Salaam City Council has stated that only 46-50 percent of 4,600 of solid waste […]

Loggerhead Marinelife Center- Beach Cleanup at Juno Beach, Florida

Loggerhead Marinelife Center 14200 US Highway 1, Juno Beach, FL, United States

Help celebrate World Ocean Day by participating in a Beach Cleanup at Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach, Florida. Juno Beach is one of the most densely nested beaches for sea turtles in the Western Hemisphere. Help keep our shores a welcoming environment for sea turtles and all marine life.   June 3rd, 10th, 17th, […]

Plastic Punch Beach Cleanup

Plastic Punch is organizing a beach cleanup in the Regional Maritime University/ Mighty beach (Nungua, Accra) to raise awareness of the dangers of plastics to the environment and marine life by involving the youth, local community, and volunteers. This area is home to endangered species of turtles that come to nest on a plastic infested […]

3rd Annual World Ocean Weekend Celebration

W South Beach 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, United States

Please join us for the 3rd Annual World Ocean Weekend on June 3rd & 4th, a celebration designed to raise awareness around our one world ocean through community engagement and volunteer impact. Presented by the W South Beach, and coordinated by Blue Scholars and ARTSail, more than 20 local and national organizations are collaborating to […]

Wai Kai Ocean Fest

Wai Kai 91-1621 Keoneula Blvd., Ewa Beach, HI 96706-6250, Ewa Beach, HI, United States

In honor of World Oceans Day, Wai Kai Ocean Fest celebrates the waterman culture and lifestyle, provides education on how to better our human impact on the environment, and protects our oceans from overconsumption, climate change, and plastic pollution. A healthy planet needs a healthy ocean. The festival features exhibits and activities presented by ocean-related partners […]

Passion for Ocean-festival: Oslo, 2023

Bygdønes 39 Bygdøynesveien, Oslo, Norway

Passion for Ocean is an Ocean-festival. The festival is a free and accessible event with activities for the entire family. We gather companies and organizations who work with the ocean in sustainable ways and let them meet our audience. Passion for Ocean’s aim is that everyone will find their reason to love the ocean and […]

Slide Show & Video Presentation

In this online presentation I will share my slideshow regarding World Ocean Day. I will discuss and raise awareness on what it is, the reasons we celebrate, and how the communicate can aide to support the Project 30x30 cause. I will also share a short video regarding the project and describe it. Learn more here.

5th Annual “Washed Up” – Artists Reception June 8, 2023 on World Ocean Day

Kauai Society of Artists Kukui Grove Center 3-2600 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, United States

Kauai Society of Artists and Surfrider Kauai have partnered for five years, presenting this informational and creative show- where all of the art is created using at least 50% manmade marine debris that washes up on our shores.   Learn more here

Ocean-HeartBalance

Ocean HeartBalance Old Sheraton Pier, Hurghada, Egypt

Egypt/Red Sea 03-10JUN23 We invite you to dive deeply into the ocean of ancient waters in Red Sea/Egypt with us. Are you looking for a unique ocean experience this year to celebrate World Ocean Day 2023? Do you feel like spending the whole World Ocean Day week on a boat in Red Sea being close […]

Beach clean Hilsea, Portsmouth (In collaboration with Conservative Friends of the Ocean)

Mountbatten Centre Mountbatten Centre, Hisea, Portsmouth,, Hampshire, United Kingdom

🌊🌍 Shoreline Clean-up Event Announcement 🌍🌊 Hello everyone! 📢📢 I am excited to announce a Shoreline Clean-up event taking place in Hilsea on Saturday, June 3rd, 2023, and I'd love to have you join us! 🧤🚮🌞 📅 Date: Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM 📍 Meeting Point: The Mountbatten Centre This beach clean […]

Event Series World Ocean Month @TAME June 2022

World Ocean Month @TAME June 2022

Tanjung Aru Marine Ecosystem Center Tanjung Aru Marine Ecosystem Center, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, Sabah, Malaysia

Theme: Be proactive changing agents for a sustainable ocean The activities include marine exhibitions from NGOs and related agencies, environmental talks, green market (plastic free), treasure hunt quiz, Reef Stakes game workshop, upcycling workshops and many more. Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/TAMECenter/

Private Movie Screening of The Little Mermaid in 3D

Egyptian 24 - Cinemark 7000 Arundel Mills Cir C-1, Hanover,, MD, United States

Black Girls Dive Foundation is hosting a fundraiser to support their aquatic-based STEM program. All proceeds go directly to programming. All purchases are tax-deductible. Learn more here   

Sunshine Coast World Ocean Day Festival

Sunshine Coast, Australia Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

The Sunshine Coast Conservation Association has hosted World Ocean Day events since 2016. In 2021, we teamed up with RhizomeUP! Media and the Green Films Series to create a week long Sunshine Coast World Oceans Day Festival. The Festival program includes online and in person feature length and short films including engagements with filmmakers. Throughout the […]

No Blue No Green

In celebration of this year’s World Environment Day on June 5th and World Oceans Day on June 8th, Plastic Oceans Australasia (POA) aims to raise awareness about plastic pollution and ocean health and encourage individuals and organisations to take action to protect the oceans. To mark this occasion, POA has pre-recorded a special message featuring […]

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 […]

Recreational Walk at the Suansri Nakhon KhuanKhan Park and Botanical Garden, Samutprakarn, Thailand

Suansri Nakorn KhuanKhan Park and Botanical Garden 73 Soi Wat Rat Rangsan, Bang Kachao,, Phra Pradaeng District,, Samut Prakan, Thailand

This year, the International Ocean Institute (IOI) Thailand Alumni will celebrate its 18th anniversary in Thailand at Suansri Nakhon Khuankhan Park and Botanical Garden, Samutprakarn Province on Sunday 4th June 2023 at 7:00 am. About 100 participants will attend the event by recreational walking through 4.8 km circumference of the park. The ceremony will be […]

World Ocean Day Clean Up, Avoca Beach

Hunter Park, Avoca Beach, NSW 2251 Australia Hunter Park, Avoca Beach, New South Wales, Australia

Join Plastic Free Avoca Beach in Hunter Park, Avoca Beach on Sunday 4 June to clean up the beach and foreshore. Sign in at our table in Hunter Park from 8:45am The clean up runs from 9:00-9:45 am followed by a morning tea including freshly baked cookies and cake! Bags and gloves for the clean up are […]

The Giant Pacifc Octopus Art Exhibition – Reef Ecologic

Murky Waters Studio 26 Hanran Street,, Townsville City, QLD, Australia

Dare to enter the Octopus den wherein a ginormous, luminous creature is guarding her lair. Created by artists Jo Stacey with Michael Pope, The Giant Pacific Octopus is nesting at Murky Waters Studio. Join the artists exploring art and citizen science this June as we celebrate World Ocean Day. Reef Ecologic CEO Dr Adam Smith […]

Our Ocean, Our Future

Sekinchan Redang Beach 25, Jalan Jpt,, Sekinchan,, Selangor, Malaysia

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our event, "Our Ocean, Our Future," held on 4th June 2023 at the stunning Sekinchan Redang Beach in Malaysia. This remarkable event was jointly organized by CSR Venture, CSR Wang Zi Foundation, Junior Chamber International Kuala Lumpur Mandarin (JCI KLM), Asia Fruits, and the local authority. […]

Surfrider World Ocean Day Beach Cleanup

Nukolii Beach Park Kauai Beach Rd, Lihue, HI, United States

Surfrider Foundation Kauai Chapter World Ocean Day Beach Cleanup Join Surfrider to celebrate World Ocean Day! We will be cleaning the beach and rocky coastline near Nukolii Beach Park on Sunday, June 4th 9:30 -11:30. All tools, bags, buckets & gloves will be provided. Nukolii Beach Park is located near Kauai Beach Resort in Lihue. […]

World Ocean Day 2023: Presented by the Miami DDA

Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science 1101 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132, Miami, FL, United States

Join us for World Ocean Day on Sunday, June 4! Dive into the work Frost Science and local conservationists are doing to save our coral reefs, protect our coastlines and raise awareness about the importance of clean, healthy oceans. You’ll hear from some amazing scientists about marine animals and plants, cleaning plastic from the oceans, […]

World Ocean Day, Constructive Visions, EARTHCARE Mangrove Kayak Tour

Lucayan National Park Lucayan National Park, Grand Bahama Island, The Bahamas, Bahamas

In honour of World Ocean Day, EARTHCARE is sponsoring a Mangrove Kayak Tour of Lucayan National Park on Grand Bahama Island. Participants will learn about the importance of protecting our ocean. We will also read a Chapter from Constructive Visions, a book written by 50 National Geographic Explorers about life after the Pandemic IF we […]

World Oceans Day Celebration in Jeju island with Save Jeju Bada

Sagye Beach Sagye-ri, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Jeju

To celebrate the World Ocean Day in Jeju island, South Korea, two local NGOs 'Save Jeju Bada' and 'Global Inner Peace' are co-organizing event on 4 June. Save Jeju Bada('Bada'means 'the Sea' in Korean language) is the environmental organization in Jeju for raise awareness on ocean plastic pollution and fight for a clean sea by […]

Event Series World Ocean Month @TAME June 2022

World Ocean Month @TAME June 2022

Tanjung Aru Marine Ecosystem Center Tanjung Aru Marine Ecosystem Center, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, Sabah, Malaysia

Theme: Be proactive changing agents for a sustainable ocean The activities include marine exhibitions from NGOs and related agencies, environmental talks, green market (plastic free), treasure hunt quiz, Reef Stakes game workshop, upcycling workshops and many more. Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/TAMECenter/

Chefs’ Seafood Sustainability Tour

La Cantina Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

In the lead up to World Ocean Day, we’re hosting chefs from some of Melbourne's top restaurants on a tour to learn more about sourcing sustainable seafood and supporting health oceans to thrive. Seafood Positive's Ambassador Chefs, Jason Staudt from Stokehouse Restaurant and Ben Isaacs from The Local Taphouse (St Kilda, Melbourne) will join the […]

Collective action to develop blue economy for Timor-Leste

Bidau Santa-Ana and Hera Rua Formosa Dili Timor-Leste, Dili, Indonesia

World Ocean Day is very important for the people around the world to look forward to the future we want. The concept of "World Ocean Day" was first proposed in 1992 through the "Earth Summit" event in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) with the aim of celebrating our oceans connectivity to the ocean subject which is […]

Un Aula Bajo el Mar

San Martín 247, San Antonio Oeste, Río Negro, Argentina San Martín 247, San Antonio Oeste, Río Negro, Argentina

La muestra reunirá fotografías tomadas por el buzo marisquero Gerardo “Tata” Aguayo y textos elaborados por estudiantes, docentes, investigadores y personal técnico de la ESCIMAR. Esta muestra contiene una búsqueda por entender cómo es la vida animal en los ambientes costeros del Golfo San Matías: cuáles son las especies presentes y cómo se relacionan son […]

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 […]

Vancouver Aquarium

Vancouver Aquarium 845 Avison Way, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

On Ocean Week we will present a program for our visitors about the Ocean, each day they will learn about a different aspect of the ocean like the thermocline, coastal upwelling, planktons and more. We also are collaborating with Ocean Network Canada to show our visitors near live footage of animals living under the Salish […]

One Week – International Conference on Occupational Safety & amp; Health, Food Safety, Oceans, Environment

One Week - International Conference on Occupational Safety & Health, Food Safety, Oceans, Environment, Climate Change, Wellbeing & Sustainable Development (ICOSHFSOECCWBSD-2023)   Multi-disciplinary, Inter-disciplinary, Trans-disciplinary, Multicultural & Multilingual International Conference   Online/Offline/Hybrid Mode - Zoom/YouTube Live   Inviting all for Conference Registrations, Oral / Poster / Full Paper Presentations, Participation, Certificates & E-Certificates, Collaborations, ISBN/ISSN […]

ANNOUNCEMENT: Investigate the quality of UK waterways with Digital Ocean School

Marine conversation and campaigning charity, Surfers Against Sewage, have launched a brand-new scene at Digital Ocean School, that investigates the quality of UK waterways. Digital Ocean School is an immersive 360-online resource that reimagines the future of ocean education. Whether you live 5 minutes from the coast or 5 hours away, Digital Ocean School will […]

Creature Feature: Learn all about gulls! – Californina State Parks

Gaviota State Beach 17620 Gaviota Beach Rd, Gaviota, CA, United States

Celebrate World Ocean Week with California State Parks! -- See our full list of programs at http://bit.ly/WorldOceanWeek Join us along the Gaviota Coast to say hello to our local residents: La Gaviota a.k.a. the gull! Throughout this presentation students will examine this majestic bird species and say hello to a few others as we soar […]

Summer School 2023 – Effects of Human Activity on Biodiversity in Marine Systems

Aquarium of San Sebastian 1 Plaza de Carlos Blasco Imaz, Donostia, Spain

Since 2004, AZTI annually organizes an international ‘Summer School’ on marine research related cutting-edge topics, always trying to bridge the gap between research, policy and society. The course is taught by about 5-10 speakers and attended by around 40-60 students that join from 10-15 countries each year. Some years we have organized the school back-to-back […]

Tidepool Animal Amazing Adaptations! – California State Parks

Crystal Cove State Beach Crystal Cove Trail,, Newport Beach, CA, United States

Celebrate World Ocean Week with California State Parks! -- See our full list of programs at http://bit.ly/WorldOceanWeek Have you ever wondered why an octopus changes colours or where hermit crabs get their shells? Join CA State Parks Interpreter Alex on a trip to Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) to learn about tidepool […]

Draw-along: Learn how to draw a shark!

Celebrate World Ocean Week with California State Parks! -- See our full list of programs at http://bit.ly/WorldOceanWeek Grab your drawing materials and get ready to take a deep dive into the fascinating world of sharks! Get ready to draw and explore the ocean's most fascinating predator: the great white shark. From their razor-sharp teeth to […]

Event Series Water&Movies

Water&Movies

Water&Movies Koepelplein 1E, Haarlem, Haarlem, Netherlands

Short films illuminating humanity’s relationship with water, from exploring the beauty of the oceans to the search for clean water. Our partners are ShortsTV, Ziggo TV, Nieuws.nl and UN Women, and  we intend to raise awareness of UN Sustainable Development goals 6 & 14 around access to clean water + ocean conservation in the following […]

#LatinosMarinos Ocean Conservation and Happy Hour in DC

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana 401 7th Street, Northwest Washington, WA, United States

Hey, #LatinosMarinos! Are you ready for an evening of fun and community? Join us at Oyamel Cocina Mexicana in D.C. on June 5! At this event, you'll have the opportunity to meet others passionate about our communities and ocean conservation. Plus, you'll get to meet Azul's Rising Leaders Initiative Class of 2023, who are starting […]

Conférence en langue française « Les océans : entre enjeux économiques, écologiques et humains » – 5 juin 2023 à 19h – EN LIGNE

Pour inaugurer sa semaine de l’écologie et à l’occasion de la Journée internationale de l’Environnement, l’Alliance Française de Varna vous propose d’assister à sa conférence en langue française intitulée « Les océans : entre enjeux économiques, écologiques et humains ». Animé par nos deux volontaires du Corps Européen de Solidarité, Adélaïde et Anastasia, cet évènement […]

Sustainable ocean at TRAQUINAUTA nursery and kindergarten – Day 2

Praia da Avencas , Portugal

TRAQUINAUTA is a nursery and kindergarten that seeks to introduce in early childhood education, practices, and strategies to develop awareness of the need to protect our environment and to fight against climate change.   In partnership with Finland and Hungary and with the European approval of ERASMUS+, we have started a project on sustainability in […]

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 […]