The global tourism industry is a big contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, making up 8% of the total, as Nature Climate Change reports. This highlights the urgent need for sustainable travel. It’s important to think about how our holidays affect oceans and coastal areas. Eco-friendly
Did you know the ocean has taken in more than 90% of the heat from oil and gas burning? This shows how urgent it is to use renewable energy to protect our oceans. As professionals in the maritime industry, we’re seeing big changes in how we make energy and its effect on marine life. The […]
Marine Ecology News Digest – July 2024: Marine Resilience, Climate Challenges, and Conservation Wins
Coral Reefs Show Unexpected Resilience Despite ongoing climate challenges, coral reefs in the Pacific Ocean are demonstrating remarkable resilience. A recent study found that some reefs are adapting to warmer waters by hosting more heat-tolerant algae species, offering a glimmer of hope for these vital ecosystems. However, experts caution that this resilience may be
Portugal Shipping Week 2024 (PSW24) will once again showcase Portugal as a global shipping and maritime logistics centre and an increasingly important player in the European and global energy transition. Indeed, at its core will be the decarbonisation of shipping and ports, and how national governments, ports, terminals and the shipping community are preparing. PSW24 […]