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Category Archives: Oceans
Pacific Islands Forum Marks New Era in Marine Conservation
I am on the plane returning from the Cook Islands. All I can say is “Wow.”
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Q&A with Kevin Iro, Rugby Player and Ocean Advocate
Iro is the brains behind the Cook Islands Marine Park, which will be the world’s largest marine protected area.
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Recent Ocean Commitments Set Stage for Pacific Islands Forum
The idea of protecting large swaths of ocean is catching on.
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The Toll of Industrial Fishing: One Tuna Fisherman’s Story
In the Cook Islands, overfishing by commercial vessels has damaged the livelihoods of artisanal fishermen.
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Before Pacific Islands Forum, a Memorable Dive in Cook Islands
We are on the crest of a new wave of marine conservation.
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10 Ways to Measure Ocean Health
The Ocean Health Index reveals how well the oceans are providing people with 10 important services.
Honoring Amelia Earhart’s Legacy in the Phoenix Islands
Amelia’s final resting place may be the waters of Kiribati — a place I’ve been working to protect for nearly a decade.
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In Galápagos, Sharks Worth More Alive Than Dead
We don’t eat our sharks in the Galápagos Islands, though they are — so to speak — our bread and butter.
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Ocean Health Index Estimates World’s Oceans Score 60 out of 100
This low score shows how far we need to go to ensure the oceans can continue to provide the benefits we depend upon.
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