Ocean
The ocean we want for the future we need! Â The Ocean decade 2021-2030 was proclaimed by the United Nations as the Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development. Ten years during which all key players in ocean science will be strongly mobilized to advance understanding of the ocean and its links to the climate.
People all over the world already do their part by creating amazing innovative solutions. Discover them now!
Learn more about UNESCO’s work on Oceans: https://en.unesco.org/themes/one-planet-one-ocean
School of Eco Diplomacy
In Indonesia, on the border of the tropical forest and marine ecosystems, a training program in eco-diplomacy is offered to young people. Its objective: to understand and become an actor of social and ecological change.
Blue Schools
“Sadly, even if we held a beach cleanup every day on every beach around the world it still wouldn’t be enough to cleanup the Ocean. Education is a vital part of a multi-pronged approach to ecological restoration.” That’s why the Ocean Blue team created Blue Schools in 2021.
TIP Sessions
How do we really change behaviour? In India, a citizens’ group, is using its expertise in human-centred design, a Design Thinking approach, to address local problems and create impactful solutions. Climate change should not remain an abstract concept!
Boosting Climate Change Resilience in Gokova Bay Marine Protected Area
Adaptation is the key to seascape resilience in the face of booming populations of invasive species. Gökova Bay in Turkey sets an example.
Eco-patrol in the Far North of Russia
Involving communities in the far north of Russia in waste collection expeditions while taking samples for scientific research on microplastics is the particularity of the eco-patrol project.
Raf Sur Seine
Raphaël, 10 years old, has decided to participate in the cleaning of the Seine. He fishes with a magnet and a grappling hook. With the will to sensitize a maximum of citizens.
MicroTERRA
To help fish farmers address economic and sustainability challenges, three young women are studying lemna, an aquatic plant that cleans water and offers a new source of income.
Green Turtle
To fight against ocean pollution and clean up ports, a group of students have come up with a beautiful technology inspired by nature. These engineering students have designed Green Turtle, a turtle robot that tracks plastic waste.
Recicla LATAM
To promote recycling and sustainable habits in Peru and beyond, Recicla, Pe ! has developed an inclusive, circular approach to managing plastic waste.
Little Ecologists
How can we make children more aware of the environment while reducing feelings of “eco-anxiety†at the uncertain future we face?  For Marie Barbezieux Rousselle, the solution is a fun online and face-to-face programme for 4-10 years olds.
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