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Oceans and seas

We promote the protection and sustainable management of the world’s marine and coastal environments.

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The Challenge

Our oceans are being degraded by human activities that harm marine life, undermine coastal communities and negatively affect human health.

The Work
Enabling sustainable, resilient and inclusive blue economies
Mangrove trees
Protecting & restoring blue carbon ecosystems
Fighting for #CleanSeas
Marine Protected Areas
Promoting Effective Marine Protected Areas
Коралловые рифы
Protecting Coral Reefs
Региональные моря
Regional Seas Programme
Addressing Land-Based Pollution
Report

Addressing Marine Plastics: A Systemic Approach – Recommendations for Actions

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News and Stories

Diani coast
Story

New programme to support Kenya’s coast and blue economy

Clownfish swimming past a coral reef
Story

New grants support conservation and restoration of marine habitats

Судно отправляется в плавание
Story

Flipflopi embarks on its second voyage in Africa

Mississippi bridge
Press release

Mayors, Scientists and Communities along the Mississippi River come together to tackle plastic pollution

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  • UN Decade of Ecosystem Restoration
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A sustainable economy is worth $12 trillion and can create 380 million jobs.

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