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Six African countries are protecting ocean ecosystems by halting deep-sea mining until scientists fully understand its environmental impact. The growing coalition puts ocean health ahead of mining profits, citing climate change concerns and scientific gaps.
French Polynesia just expanded its ocean protections to cover an area larger than Alaska, banning seabed mining and industrial fishing across 30% of its waters. The move protects critical breeding grounds for endangered species and showcases what island nations can accomplish.
Norway just hit pause on deep-sea mining licenses until 2029, protecting mysterious ocean ecosystems from potential harm. It's a major win for environmentalists who say we don't need to disturb the ocean floor for green energy.
A Native Hawaiian leader is bringing traditional wisdom to international negotiations that could determine the future of the world's deepest ocean ecosystems. His presence marks a historic shift toward including Indigenous perspectives in global environmental decisions.
Kia just renewed its electric vehicle partnership with The Ocean Cleanup, helping the nonprofit tackle ocean plastic pollution while turning recovered waste into car parts. The collaboration shows how corporate partnerships can drive real environmental progress.
A Ghanaian gold mine just became one of only three sites worldwide to use cutting-edge excavation technology that puts worker safety first. The new equipment combines power with protection in ways mining has never seen before.
Colorful zoantharians look identical in Brazil and Okinawa despite being separated by thousands of miles, puzzling scientists who discovered they may be nature's ultimate ocean travelers. As climate change threatens traditional coral reefs, these resilient creatures are thriving and offering hope for the future of our oceans.
A young engineer who saw more plastic than fish while diving as a teenager has now removed 50,000 tonnes of trash from waterways and says he can clean the world's oceans in just ten years. His solution targets the 1% of rivers responsible for 80% of ocean plastic.
The creators of underwater game Subnautica 2 just donated $100,000 to The Ocean Cleanup, turning virtual ocean healing into real-world impact. Players who spent hours restoring an alien ocean are now helping save Earth's waters.
Researchers discovered 31 previously unknown ocean creatures during a two-week expedition in the South Atlantic Ocean near Brazil. The Schmidt Ocean Institute captured stunning images and created 3D models of these deep-sea species.
The team behind underwater adventure game Subnautica 2 just gave $100,000 to help remove plastic from the world's oceans. The donation to The Ocean Cleanup marks the studio's continued commitment to protecting the real-life seas that inspired their virtual worlds.
The Ocean Cleanup is launching a game-changing strategy this summer that uses AI and drones to find plastic hotspots in real time. It's like a weather forecast, but for tracking ocean trash.
Researchers have discovered ocean currents are channeling fresh water to a new region off Australia, revealing how our planet adapts to changing climate patterns. The finding helps scientists better understand the ocean's global circulation system.
Tanzania just canceled 40 mining licenses from companies that hoarded land without developing it, and plans to give those opportunities to women, youth, and people with disabilities instead. The move aims to fix environmental damage while opening doors for locals who've been shut out of the mining sector.
Hydro Flask just launched a major partnership with Ocean Conservancy to tackle the 200 million metric tons of plastic choking our oceans. The multi-year initiative will mobilize millions of sports fans and concertgoers to ditch single-use plastics at stadiums and venues worldwide.
More than 1,000 researchers just unveiled over 1,100 newly discovered ocean species, from carnivorous "death ball" sponges to ghost sharks living miles beneath the waves. The discoveries prove our oceans are teeming with life we're only beginning to understand.
Norwegian company Blueye Robotics just launched two underwater drones that can explore ocean depths up to 500 meters, opening up the deep sea to researchers, conservationists, and anyone curious about what lies beneath. These mini-ROVs make ocean exploration more accessible than ever before.
Environmental volunteers filled trash bags with bottles, caps, and debris at a Florida beach to celebrate ocean protection. The cleanup was part of a nationwide effort to safeguard coastlines before World Ocean Day.
Scientists and conservationists are making unprecedented progress protecting our oceans, from removing millions of pounds of trash to restoring coral reefs and saving whale populations. World Oceans Day on June 8 celebrates these wins while inspiring more people to join the effort.
The world's oceans have absorbed 90% of excess heat from greenhouse gases, shielding humanity from faster global warming while supporting three billion livelihoods. World Oceans Day 2026 celebrates this vital resource that produces half our oxygen and drives the global economy.
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