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From new commitments and an expanded membership, to achieving targets, the Ocean Panel has showcased tangible progress in driving sustainable ocean management, climate action and innovative solutions. Below explore some top highlights from this year’s COP: Brazil joins the Ocean Panel At COP30, Brazil became the 19th member of the Ocean Panel, committing to sustainable management of all 3.68 million km² of its national […]
The SOP establishes an overarching framework to guide the sustainable management and long-term stewardship of Ghana’s marine and coastal environments and is structured around six strategic pillars: ocean wealth, ocean health, ocean knowledge, ocean equity, ocean finance and maritime security. The SOP articulates a clear national vision that Ghana’s dedication to safeguarding marine ecosystems while enabling the sustainable use of ocean resources […]
These organisations will significantly expand Ocean Action 2030’s ability to support countries in both the financing and implementation of Sustainable Ocean Plans – a critical step to building a sustainable ocean economy and delivering real impact on the ground. About the United Nations Capital Development Fund The UNCDF mobilises and catalyses capital for high-risk markets […]
Week 2 at COP30 in Belem, Brazil will have a strong focus on the ocean. In the official programme, November 17 and 18 will elevate “both planetary and community stewardship – centering on Forests, Oceans, and Biodiversity”. Meanwhile the Ocean Pavilion will hold events throughout the conference and the Virtual Ocean Pavilion is also live for participants who wish to join remotely. Here is […]
Osaka, Japan, October 4, 2025 – At Expo 2025 Osaka, the Ocean Panel Secretariat (based at WRI), in partnership with the Canada Pavilion and Fisheries and Oceans Canada, organised a workshop championing the 100% Alliance, a global coalition of countries committed to sustainably managing 100% of their ocean areas through, sustainable ocean plans (SOPs). Hosted at the Canada Pavilion, the […]
Accelerating Action for a Sustainable Ocean Economy In the face of accelerating ocean degradation and mounting global challenges, we, the members of the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy* (Ocean Panel), reaffirm our shared commitment to catalysing urgent, science-based action for a sustainable ocean economy that delivers for people, nature, and climate. This […]
Building a sustainable ocean economy is dependent on sustained, coordinated ocean data. The OECD’s recent report on “The Ocean Economy to 2050” underscores the critical role of ocean observation in fostering a sustainable and prosperous ocean economy and a productive and healthy ocean. Ocean observation is fundamental for understanding ocean and climate state and changes, […]
As Head of the International Office at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) and with more than two decades of experience bridging marine science and international policy, Professor Frost brings a unique blend of research excellence, global collaboration and strategic leadership to the role. Professor Frost holds a PhD in marine biology and, has published over 160 […]
The new paper outlines a comprehensive set of recommendations for aligning global finance with the health and sustainability of the ocean economy, providing a high-level roadmap for governments, and providing suggestions for financial institutions and investors to drive systemic change. It further explores how finance can be a powerful enabler of ocean-based solutions through innovative […]
As the global community seeks effective strategies to meet the Paris Agreement targets, a new blue paper commissioned by Ocean Panel explores the emerging potential of marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) approaches and outlines key principles for their responsible development and governance. Launched at this week’s One Ocean Science Congress in advance of the 2025 […]
