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EMBARGOED FOR: May 18, 2022 9A EST NEW STUDY: MORE AND BETTER U.S. MARINE PROTECTED AREAS NEEDED TO PROTECT KEY ECOSYSTEMS MAY 18, 2022, CORVALLIS, OREGON — A sweeping new analysis of US Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) published today in Frontiers in Marine Science, co-authored by scientists from 22 institutions across 14 states, identified significant […]
IRISH environmental charity Clean Coasts has joined forces with National Spring Clean, and they are inviting communities to come together and start planning their World Ocean Day beach clean. This is celebrated annually on June 8th to highlight the important role the ocean has for our life and the planet. ‘In 2022, the focus will […]
Penguins are marine sentinels; they provide scientists with insight into ocean health. Ocean changes impact penguin populations including warming waters and bioaccumulation of mercury in the food web. Entanglement is a major factor when it comes to seabird populations and penguins are no strangers to marine debris. Penguins International is calling penguin lovers to take […]
Irish environmental charity Clean Coasts joined forces with National Spring Clean, to provide communities around Ireland with free clean-up kits to host a clean-up during the week around World Ocean Day. In under 72 hours, over 4,000 volunteers signed up to carry out over 230 clean-ups. Volunteers who didn’t manage to secure a clean-up kit […]
A 2 hours virtual event to engage the participants from any part of the world on the need to promote collective actions for safeguarding our ocean. Event focus: 1. Revitalising the ocean: What new life does the ocean deserve 2. Conservative actions for our ocean 3. 30x30: a pathway to revitalise our ocean 4. Community […]
30×30” theme: Protecting 30% of our planet’s lands, waters, and ocean by 2030 is this year’s Conservation Action Focus. Discuss how we can protect 30% by 2030? What can we pledge to do as a school and as individuals? Our children will imagine they are an ocean animal for a day. They will answer […]
This is a 2 hours events to involve residents of Akure, Ondo state (one of the coastal states in Nigeria), in cleaning up plastics and other wastes discarded improperly around The Federal University of Technology, Akure community. This event also aims to brief the participants on how they can promote the 30x30 conservation action focus […]
World Ocean Day, June 8th, is an internationally celebrated day for people everywhere to unite, celebrate and take action for our shared blue planet. This annual event at the Greensboro Science Center for guests of all ages focuses on celebrating the wonders of the ocean, our connectedness with the ocean, and how we can all […]
We're hosting an educational booth at the OB beach in San Diego, California! Come stop by sign the 30 x 30 petition and learn about ways to take better care of our ocean and planet all year long. Learn more here More about Project Kolika - "Be a protector." Our mission: At Project Kolika, we […]
On June 8, 2022 from 10 am to 4 pm, the Lehigh Valley Zoo along with countless other zoos and aquariums around the world will be celebrating World Ocean Day! Because protecting our ocean is a community effort, we have invited local organizations to help celebrate with us and to help educate our guests about […]
Reefscapers, a marine consultancy company based in the Maldives, specialises in coral reef restoration using their pioneering coral frame technique to create coral gardens. These gardens increase coral abundance, create important habitats for marine life, and restore the natural diversity of the reef. On World Ocean Day 2022, join their marine biologists LIVE from the […]
Reefscapers, a marine consultancy company based in the Maldives, specializes in coral reef restoration using their coral frame technique to create coral gardens. These gardens increase coral abundance and create important habitats for marine life. At 3pm on World Ocean Day 2022, join their marine biologists at 5pm for a 30x30 themed WOD marine talk. […]
Swim on over to the Kansas City Zoo on June 11-12 to celebrate World Oceans Weekend! Visit our displays near the aquarium construction site to learn how all water is connected and watch our animals throughout the Zoo receive special ocean-themed enrichment. Stop by the lobby to sign the 30x30 pledge to show your commitment to […]
Swim on over to the Kansas City Zoo on June 11-12 to celebrate World Oceans Weekend! Visit our displays near the aquarium construction site to learn how all water is connected and watch our animals throughout the Zoo receive special ocean-themed enrichment. Stop by the lobby to sign the 30x30 pledge to show your commitment to […]
This month, world leaders will gather at the United Nations to continue negotiations on a Global Ocean Treaty. This meeting may be the world’s last chance to secure a treaty that will protect at least 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. Fragile ocean life–and the resources all humanity relies on–are at stake. On Thursday, […]
Collection of rubbish through the 21 wards. (Morning charge from 6am to 8.30am.) 9.30am - all participants will move to the main station on the island to witness the following activities: Canoe racing Elementary exhibition of blue Ocean items Choir by 16 primary schools Presentation of prizes Speech by government officers and stakeholders Learn more […]
In this month of world water day the Ocean Care Brazil project is promoting a beach clean up on Zero waste international day, March 30th, at 08:30 A.M. Venue: Boa Viagem Beach Coordinator: Meghan @meggvi Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceancarebr Please support our project! We are wavemakers! We help the ocean because we are ocean […]
Run for the Reef is a youth-led fundraiser that invites everyone around the world to take part in cutting edge science and conservation just by moving their feet. Reserva: The Youth Land Trust has teamed up with The Leatherback Project to collect the scientific data needed to establish safe migratory corridors for leatherbacks and countless other marine species, […]
This year we are celebrating 33 years of providing exceptional coastal and ocean education! Meet local scientists, divers, artists, and conservationists who are passionate about protecting our one world ocean. Mark your calendars and join us for hands-on games, educational activities, naturalist-led tide pooling sessions, and more!
At the core of OCL's initiatives is World Oceans Day. This event serves as an annual celebration of our beautiful blue planet, whilst also raising awareness about the challenges that face it. Our annual event provides an inclusive space where people can unite to appreciate the beauty and significance of the ocean. These gatherings are […]
Youth Ocean Carnival is a World Ocean Day initiative. This FREE event takes place on World Environment Day. World Ocean Day, Youth Advisory Council members have joined CollaborOCEANS Founder Timothy Johnston in delivering this dynamic ‘peer-to-peer’ Carnival Ocean Workshop. Olympic Diver Sam Fricker, Kal Glanznig Environment Citizen for Sutherland Shire 2023 and present Australian representative […]
The Ocean Festival is a series of global events celebrating World Ocean Day. The festival aims to engage with communities, educate about the importance of conservation, inspire people to take action to protect the world’s oceans and stimulate economic tourism for coastal communities. From 7 to 9 June 2024, Ocean Festivals will be held in […]
In honour of this day, we have organized the Sinda Island Cleanup Event, an engaging and impactful event aimed at cleaning up the beautiful Sinda Island while raising awareness about ocean conservation. This event will bring together NGOs, corporate partners, volunteers, and local communities to contribute to a cleaner and healthier marine environment. Date: April 7, […]
In honour of this day, Sana Mare Tanzania and Mazingira Konekti are hosting the Sinda Island Cleanup Event, an engaging and impactful event aimed at cleaning up the beautiful Sinda Island while raising awareness about ocean conservation. This event will bring together NGOs, corporate partners, volunteers, and local communities to contribute to a cleaner and […]
Join us for the 4th Annual World Ocean Day Celebration! We are thrilled to invite you to our 4th Annual World Ocean Day Celebration, where we will come together to honor and protect our planet's most precious resource: the ocean. Presented by Ocean Bank, and coordinated by Blue Scholars and ARTSail, more than 20 local […]
Celebration with invited television media, iconic marine conservationist / author Valerie Taylor, local First Nations indigenous people smoking ceremony, Prof David Booth and his team from University of Technology Sydney doing scientific survey. Merchandise from friends of Bongin Bongin Bay available for sale
Join us to celebrate World Ocean Day with us at Nyamanzi! This unique occasion is devoted to encouraging environmental stewardship and community action in order to protect the natural beauty of our beaches and oceans. Activities Beach Cleanup Volunteers will work together to collect and properly dispose of litter and debris, helping to keep our […]
Sat. 6/8, 9AM-12PM - World Ocean Day Beach Cleanup at Fort Phoenix. Pizza, Giveaway, & Surprises at 12PM! 🌊 🍕 🎁
Con motivo del Día Mundial de los Océanos, Wallenius Wilhelmsen organiza por cuarto año consecutivo una limpieza de playa en Barcelona. Comprometidos con la sostenibilidad, anímamos a todos aquellos que quieran participar en esta actividad de concienciación, especialmente a toda la comunidad logística y portuaria de Barcelona. En colaboración con la entidad UnderwaterBarcelona, empezaremos realizando […]
The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is celebrating World Ocean Day! On June 8, we will be featuring three of the biggest ocean conservation concerns: marine debris, climate change, and overfishing. There will be activity booths around the aquarium exploring these concepts as well as conservation solutions. Our Discovery Classroom will also be […]
Anlässlich des von der UN ausgerufenen World Ocean Day sind wir am 08. Juni zwischen 10 und 15 Uhr mit kostenlosem Kurzprogramm zu jeder vollen Stunde sowie mit Infostand vor der Kaiserwiese Höhe Bismarckstraße zu finden. Ab 15:30 Uhr gibt es Spiel und Spaß für Kinder mit Robbe Adele am Nordstrand beim Aufgang Café Cornelius. […]
Concurso fotográfico “El océano junto a tu mascota” organizado por la academia (Universidad Estatal Península de Santa Elena UPSE) y el gobierno local (Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado Municipal de Salinas) para celebrar el océano que nos conecta a todos, visibilizar la importancia del océano por los servicios ecosistémicos que ofrece y el trato digno de la […]
Join us for an immersive and educational webinar, "Catalyzing Ocean and Climate Action," where we will embark on a virtual journey into the heart of our planet's vast and mysterious oceans. This event is designed for ocean enthusiasts, environmentalists, students, and anyone curious about the hidden wonders beneath the waves.
O Dia dos Oceanos das Nações Unidas é comemorado, anualmente, em 8 de junho. O tema da campanha de 2024 será "Catalisando Ações para o Nosso Oceano e Clima". A proposta é que sejam realizadas diferentes atividades ao longo dos 12 meses do ano. As ações que já aconteceram estão disponíveis no site World Ocean […]
‘Night at the Zoo’ is an immersive music and art conservation experience hosted by Youth Ocean Carnival SYD24 and our Global Goal Partner Taronga Zoo. It is our flagship Under-18 event for World Ocean Day. The event will provide access and connectivity for youth to explore their senses – feel, smell, taste, think, see and hear […]
Join us for our 10th annual World Ocean Day celebrations at Fisherman's Wharf! This fun, free, family-friendly event brings together a variety of conservation organizations from around the Salish Sea, including divers and touch tanks. Discover what's happening in your big blue backyard! Learn More Here!
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