The first quarter of 2025 has shown worrying changes in our oceans. New monitoring tools let scientists track these changes with great detail. This gives important information to both industry experts and those who want to protect the sea. This digest brings together the top news from May 2025.
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 tourism is becoming more popular as people become more aware […]
The maritime industry is seeing a big change with sustainable marine products. These products tackle ocean pollution head-on. Items like sunglasses, bracelets, and bike accessories are made from recycled materials that used to harm our seas. Ghost fishing gear is a big problem, adding 640,000 tonnes of plastic to our oceans every year. These lost […]
Have we ever seen such big changes in our oceans before? The World Meteorological Organization’s latest report is very worrying. Last year was the hottest ever, with carbon dioxide levels not seen in 800,000 years. Ocean temperatures have never been higher, and sea levels keep going up. The Arctic sea-ice is at its smallest ever. […]
This month, we dive into the latest in ocean science, conservation, and policy changes. You’ll learn about exciting research, new tech, and community efforts shaping our seas’ future. We’re thrilled to share that Dr Dan Smale, a Senior Research Fellow at the Marine Biological Association, has won the 2025 Hutchinson Award. His groundbreaking work on […]
Ever thought about how tiny sea creatures could help us understand our planet’s future? This idea is at the heart of the exciting research in our latest digest. Welcome to our Marine Ecology News Digest! This edition takes you on a journey from tiny studies to big ocean habitats. We look at how engineers tackle […]