Marine Conservation

Discover our collection of articles highlighting marine conservation issues and initiatives taking place around the globe

Coral bleaching 101: Everything you need to know about its impacts on marine life and coastal communities

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1 day ago11 min read

Coral bleaching 101: Everything you need to know about its impacts on marine life and coastal communities

In 2007, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change identified coral bleaching as the greatest threat to reef systems around the...

Mercury pollution in our oceans and the impacts on marine life

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Dec 26 min read

Mercury pollution in our oceans and the impacts on marine life

Toxic to humans and the environment , mercury is a heavy metal that is continuously circulating through the atmosphere, water and soil in...

The impacts of ocean acidification on marine life and coastal communities

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Nov 267 min read

The impacts of ocean acidification on marine life and coastal communities

Ocean acidification is a pressing environmental issue that has far-reaching implications for marine ecosystems and the communities that...

7 of the biggest threats to our oceans and the humans who rely on them for survival

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Nov 49 min read

7 of the biggest threats to our oceans and the humans who rely on them for survival

The world's oceans, which cover over 70 percent of the planet's surface , are currently facing a multitude of serious threats that have...

Drawing on Indigenous knowledge to protect the Great Barrier Reef

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Jul 167 min read

Drawing on Indigenous knowledge to protect the Great Barrier Reef

Stretching over 2,250 kilometres along the northeast coast of Australia , the Great Barrier Reef is a complex ecosystem that’s home to...

How to support sustainable fisheries and the long-term health of our marine environments

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Jul 36 min read

How to support sustainable fisheries and the long-term health of our marine environments

The immense global demand for seafood, combined with advancements in fishing technology, has led to the widespread depletion of fish and...

Everything you need to know about seismic blasting

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Jun 74 min read

Everything you need to know about seismic blasting

You might have seen images or read reports about surfers participating in paddle-outs against seismic blasting . But as it’s an issue...

7 innovative solutions for restoring the Great Barrier Reef

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Jun 57 min read

7 innovative solutions for restoring the Great Barrier Reef

It's no secret that the Great Barrier Reef is one of the most magnificent and biodiverse ecosystems on the planet but it has faced...

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May 165 min read

Great Pacific Garbage Patch 101

The issue of plastic pollution in the ocean has been a long-standing problem. But it wasn't until the discovery of a massive garbage...

Surfboard carbon footprints and how to reduce your impact

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Apr 233 min read

Surfboard carbon footprints and how to reduce your impact

Over the past few decades, the pursuit of low cost, high performance surfboards to meet the demands of a growing number of surfers...

10 lifestyle changes to reduce ocean plastic

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Jan 225 min read

10 lifestyle changes to reduce ocean plastic

For divers and surfers, the ocean is our playground. But it's hard to enjoy it with complete peace of mind with the knowledge that it has...

Neoprene wetsuits: environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives

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Jan 174 min read

Neoprene wetsuits: environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives

Providing insulation and protection, wetsuits are an essential item for those who love water activities, particularly in cool-climate...

9 marine conservation organisations to follow in 2024

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Jan 56 min read

9 marine conservation organisations to follow in 2024

Our oceans are a life force on this planet, yet they face grave threats that demand action. While governments drag their feet, dedicated...

10 sustainable surf organisations to follow in 2024

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Jan 36 min read

10 sustainable surf organisations to follow in 2024

As surfers, we get to experience the ocean at its most awe-inspiring but also witness its alarming degradation up close. Once pristine...

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Jan 35 min read

How to be a responsible diver

Beneath the waves lies a menagerie of creatures, from colourful nudibranchs to majestic manta rays and inquisitive octopi. Yet many of...

Microplastics and their impact on our ocean environments

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Dec 30, 20235 min read

Microplastics and their impact on our ocean environments

On a macro scale, our marine environments may appear relatively healthy. But lurking amongst the grains of sand and ocean waters is a...

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Dec 27, 20232 min read

What is Project AWARE?

Uniting scuba divers worldwide in a bid to protect our oceans, the PADI AWARE Foundation is a nonprofit that champions local...

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Dec 26, 20236 min read

What is STOKE certification?

“Stoked” is that exhilarating, almost euphoric feeling that fuels our passion for surf - both being in the ocean and the journey getting...

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Dec 26, 20232 min read

What is Green Fins?

Coral reefs are amazingly biodiverse and teeming with life. But as magical as they are, scuba diving and snorkelling can damage these...

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