Friends of Geo Blue Planet
The GEO Blue Planet Initiative is the coastal and ocean arm of the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) that aims to ensure the sustained development and use of ocean and coastal observational data for policy and decision-making. GEO Blue Planet works with stakeholders to identify their ocean and coastal information needs, co-design responsive tools and products, and build capacity to strengthen and transfer capabilities. The initiative is an open, global network of ocean and coastal observers, social scientists, and end-user representatives from global and regional organizations, NGOs, national institutions, universities, and government agencies.
GEO Blue Planet’s mission is to: 1) Advance and exploit synergies among the many observational programs devoted to ocean and coastal waters; 2) Improve engagement with a variety of stakeholders for enhancing the timeliness, quality, and range of services delivered; 3) And raise awareness of the societal benefits of ocean observations at the public and policy levels.
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2023: A First Step in Protecting the Elusive High Seas
This past year focused on protecting the part of the ocean that is outside of the jurisdictional reach of any specific country and is, arguably, so enigmatic that experts in the field are still striving to understand it. When it comes to the high seas, there is a large part (64%) of the ocean that no one truly owns and that no one country can protect on its own. Which begs the question, “how do you protect something that doesn’t belong (only) to you?”
No-Mining November: The Ocean Foundation’s ISA Council Check-In
The International Seabed Authority’s third set of meetings held in Kingston, Jamaica wrapped up last week with little fanfare and fewer decisions. The Ocean Foundation participated in the meetings for the third time this year, continuing to speak with delegates on our key goals.
Don’t Shade the Ocean
We need sound legal tools to address side effects from climate geoengineering projects that could endanger the marine environment. These unwanted impacts include the ability of the seas to produce food and oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide and excess heat.
