Marine spatial planning (MSP) is a powerful tool for managing ocean resources and uses, but too often climate change is treated as an afterthought, simply a challenge, rather than being truly integrated into the planning process. For MSP to be genuinely ‘climate-smart’, climate change must be addressed in the vision, aims, and objectives of a […]
Every year, marine experts from around the south-west of England convene, bringing together expertise across species and disciplines to provide a holistic, ecosystem-wide picture of the south-west marine environment. This is part of the annual cycle of the South West Marine Ecosystem programme, or SWME. The South West Marine Ecosystem (SWME) Programme is an annual,
The State of the South-West Seas: South West Marine Ecosystem Conference 2026 Round-up Read More »
What lies beneath the surface of the ocean is largely unknown to most of us. The deep sea, generally defined as water below 200 metres, covers approximately 66% of the Earth’s surface and is home to some of the most unique and poorly understood ecosystems on the planet. And yet, before we have even begun
How to Advocate Against Deep-Sea Mining: Lessons from the Deep Sea Academy Read More »
Reflecting on my relationship with diving, what it means to me and what it could mean for science and decision-making for a healthier ocean. With a background in marine science and sustainable management, I founded C-marine, providing freelance support to organisations in marine science, policy and advocacy. Through C-marine, I’m thrilled to be working with
How I’m Helping Scuba Network Translate Everyday Dive Data into Science and Policy Read More »
ORIGINALLY WRITTEN JUNE 2025. The climate crisis is often talked about. It is sometimes forgotten that we are facing another crisis: an unprecedented decline in biodiversity. These two crises are inextricably linked. Whilst overexploitation of biological resources has had the largest relative impact on marine biodiversity, climate change is also a direct driver of biodiversity
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