Ocean Matters Podcast: Recent Episodes
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On the beautiful topic of the sounds produced by whales, and the latest studies of them.
Greece is hosting 'our ocean' this week and some great announcements are underlining their leadership. The article was published in the Guardian.
A great article reminding us of the multiple topics and issues around the finding of shipwrecks. As found on the page of the ocean foundation.
From an article shared by the British Antarctic Survey, originally authored by Dr Ella Gilbert.
From the guardian's article Climate scientist Mark Maslin: ‘We have all the technology we need to move to a cleaner, renewable world’
A reminder of the many roles the ocean gets attention for in contrast with its reality.
Antarctica is the only continent without a permanent human population, but it has inspired a wealth of imaginative literature. From an article in the conversation.com
Some new research tending to confirm that it was indeed Cook's vessel that was found off Rhode Island.
Another article reminding us of the importance to take action, as we are currently 'off track'.
An article to remind us of the many parameters popping up and challenging our assumptions.
An article in El Pais, sharing the expedition that also documents the effects of climate change.
An article sharing how we are starting to include different sources of information to understand and model climate change.
A recent article on the pricing of carbon and economic pressure in wanting to interpret and simplify nature and its rich interconnectedness.
From an article in the conversation.com titled Carl Sagan detected life on Earth 30 years ago – here’s how his experiment is helping us search for alien species today
From the article in phys.org Waves of change: How sea-levels and climate altered the marine ecosystems at the South Pole 390–385 million years ago
A great profile on Titouan Bernicot authored by Harper's bazaar. Authored by Ariana Marsh.
An episode sharing the challenges of the carbon market from an article in the New Yorker.
An article found on NPR reminding us that any positive change we make for the climate challenges has positive consequences.
The developments within artificial reefs and their relative success. Including an article found in the conversation.com.
From an article by Nathan Bindoff published in the Guardian titled 'Without the Southern Ocean we cannot survive on Earth. Our research must wait no longer'
An article in the conversation.com about the marine uses and challenges of marine drones.
From an article in the conversation.com The use of technology in the study of climate change.
I recently stumbled on an Article by the great Brad Ack, in the Scientific American. This is a good outline of the importance of innovation and its responsibility.
From the article in the conversation.com Climate change is destroying reefs, but the effects are more than ecological – coral’s been woven into culture and spirituality for centuries
Recently everyone has been feeling validated for their ocean work as they identified with a magazine cover... the magazine was time.com and the author was Aryn Baker. Topic, the work of Enric Sala in getting people around the world to understand the critical role of the Ocean within Climate.
The fires in Hawaii are reminding us of the importance of community on the ground and showing how so many are pulling together. From Kai Lenny to Jack Johnson, via Laird Hamilton and Gabbie Reece, Kelly Slater, all are doing their bit... some celebrities too...
Susan Casey authored the Wave, and several other books and her latest work focuses on the deep sea.
From Haifa to the world, a company has managed to create a more stable efoil able to also use 80% less energy. The applications of these technologies are multiple but clearly offer a revolution within Marine transportation.
A call from Shaun Tomson to get Kelly Slater into the 2024 Olympics. Most information was found on Shaun Tomson's website.
Surfing has become only recently an Olympic discipline, but its romantization has been ongoing for decades as an article in the inertia.com shares.
On the back of the recent tragedy of the Titan, authored by Nina Mahmoudian of Purdue University.
An article referring to the different exercises and Startups looking at carbon capture solutions. Authored by Alejandro de la Garza, published in Time.com
A great article helping us see how oceans can be healed by changing systemic anthropogenic based problems :) The article I share is from Fortune.com authored by Wendy Schmidt and Ellen McArthur. 'A handful of companies have the power to save the oceans. Here's why we're urging them to reinvent our land-based food systems.
By Helen Czerski, recently published in the Guardian. Ask not what the ocean can do for you but what can you do for the Ocean.
An opportunity to go back to a definition of the ocean, reminding us of its complexity. Search and discover more information on the ocean and its complexity. Britannica.com
Following an article on the use and significance of Marine Protected Areas, through an article by the same need as this title found in Phys.org
The role of science and its communication and the disconnect with the people. An article found in the Guardian with the same title as above.
The story of the company oshen appeared in the Guardian, a great reminder of the challenges of building ocean solutions as well as the triumphing spirit that people embrace in its exercise!
I recently was invited to join the Swiss association zero emission boats. Please read up on their work and join for the newsletter! Zeroemissionboat.ch
It is great to finally sit and meet people with whom we exchange so regularly online. A lot of work goes on behind the scenes to serve the Ocean. Yesterday I got to see some of the faces behind the names.
A note on an event I attended that offered some great conversations and raised great questions.
Several articles spoke about the heating oceans, I believe systems need to be adjusted as suggested in the Carbon Almanach that Seth Godin promotes generously as a caring being of this planet and for this planet.
An article from the Guardian authored by Tess McClure elaborating on the visible consequences of global warming on the ocean around New Zealand.
On the topic of the heating planet, here is an article from Singapore, Coconuts Singapore.
A recent article reminding us of the importance of the Ocean and how everything affects everything.
Pogui surf, an update on the two great guys and their startup as well as a few words on their up and coming ride and surf trip starting in Brittany France down to the tip of Portugal, all along the Atlantic coast. Follow them on social media for all their news and updates!
A short recording on how we are all facing similar issues within the innovation sector.
A few days of the salon of inventions in Geneva, from zero emission boats, vertical wind, solar and cameras being tested on planet Mars.
Recently Jo of HUB Ocean took the time to explain ocean data on social media, I think he did a great job and I suggest you reach out to him to follow his and their work.
On the topic of ocean data and the use of satellites tracking marine pollution. Original article by Tereza Pultarova.
But first, we need to build a 4D system to track what is going on down there. A recent article explaining the current reality of carbon capture and technology.
An article on the topic of Point Nemo by Oceanvisionlegal.com Anna Rebay, sharing the current legal options in place to address the issue of using the ocean as a waste pit.
An article sharing the relevance of old whaling data for climate change originally found in Grist.org
It was the beginning of a lot of speeches in the last 4 years, 71%... it looked to generate attention by coining facts and using it as a base for several narratives. The ocean in numbers has allowed different parties to collaborate and share the message with more of us. Let's keep pushing. If facts and numbers are simple to quote and it helps spread the message, let's keep it up.
A few words on the opportunity it has been to support NGOs and Startups, ironically it has been an amazing learning opportunity and a great source of fulfilment.
Following the topics on ocean data, specifically on the satellite launch dedicated to the study of the oceans, rivers and lakes made the press in DW and Al Jazeera.
On the topic of ocean noise pollution, this article opens to the fact that it adds and indicates potential further killing of species, mammals in this specific case.
A few words and an article on the devpt of spatial data technology for ocean and coastal monitoring. The original article was found in engineeringnews.co.za
An article from Science Alert authored by David Nield reminding us of the importance of ongoing scientific studies.
A poem by Salim Bhimji who was recently shortlisted for the prestigious Montreal International Poetry Prize.
An article talking about the Israeli commitment to bluetech, authored by Yermi Brenner, originally published in the Timesofisrael.com
An article called 'every time I go into the water, I see things I've never seen before!' is keeping Sylvia Earle leading the topic of ocean conservation, talking about Hope Spots and the work carried out by Mission Blue!
A fabulous article authored by Tatiana Schlossberg, on the use of data, drones and science to save the oceans.
A great article in the Conversation addresses several issues with carbon removal methods using the ocean.
Less than a year after finding the Endurance, decisions need to be made as what to do next with it.
A few articles reminding us of the new situations in the Med due to climate as well as some results from having non trawls and mpa's implemented.
Summer is over, heatwave is still affecting our planet. More momentum and brand names stepping up, there is finally a Mediterranean pavilion at COP27.
The topic of climate change is traced to over 110 years and I have shared both articles here. It is not doom and gloom but a reminder that it is an emergency.
An article on the Mediterranean authored by Claire Farrugia, published originally in the Times of Malta.
An article on the Mediterranean authored by Christina Lu and Anusha Rathi. 'Many people say that if we can solve the Mediterranean, we can solve the world.'
Following the viewing of the topic on the Greenletter club, I thought I would share a few words on the topic of how the Med is currently a hotspot for climate change. Go to the Greenletter club for other great interviews.
A quick note on the event. In short it was great, most notably as it brought forward the ocean tech, innovation and new NGOs. The culture as improved as a whole and the experience brought a breath of fresh air in the race to 2030.
A few words on how I stumbled into learning that this new book was published! Thanks Shaun!
I recently stumbled on a poem authored by Shaun Tomson. I thought I would take the liberty of sharing it here.
A few words on the tech side of things in finding the Endurance in 2022... 100 years after it went down.
A recent article published in the conversation.com sharing the outstanding work of Frank Worsley.
An article on the importance of IPCCs report and the call to action being an opportunity. Please check thehill.com for the original article.
An article in scitechdaily.com sharing some of the intricacies of the planet and how it is one big and same system.
An article by the European space agency on the causes of sea-level rise using satellite observations.
An article authored by David Kindy on the disputed find of the Endeavour. Originally published in the Smithsonian magazine.
An article authored by Ashley Cowie for PHYS talking about the discovery of an 800 year old Swedish shipwreck.
A read of the article authored by Henry Fountain and published in the NY Times 'A Search Begins for the Wreck Behind an Epic Tale of Survival'
Volunteers helping the oceans by recovering ghost nets which get recycled into nylon for luxury brands.
Attenborough is back in a new series called the Green Planet. A wonderful review in the Guardian by Lucy Mangan shares the beauty of it.
On the back of what we learned from 2021, we need to do what we can until we can do more.
A great note sharing the influence still inspired today of Shackleton by Tim Jarvis. For further information on Tim Jarvis, please visit timjarvis.org
An article on the effects of climate change in Turkey, more specifically the Marmara sea. Authored by Jenna Scatena and originally published in the Atlantic.
An article in the guardian by Angely Mercado sharing how climate issues are affecting the wine industry.
A reminder of what climate change already looks like in parts of Pakistan. An article authored by Asifa Idrees.
A great reminder of the many parameters supporting the restoration of reef and coral. An article authored by Damian Carrington originally published in the Guardian.
An article from the Guardian reminding us that many still need to be convinced of the reality of climate change.
An article authored by Daniel Aldana Cohen, published in the Guardian, offering the perspective of the acclaimed sci-fi writer Kim Stanley Robinson.
A new documentary is out which is worth putting the world on pause for. The title is Becoming Cousteau and it is wonderfully put together.
A great article authored by the National Center for Atmospheric Research which I found in Phys.org
United we stand, divided we won't find out. A few words of conclusion on the results of COP 26.
An article by Adis Ajdin referring to zero shipping commitments a few days before COP26...
An article authored by Rob Davies calling to attention to the fact that we are not on track to meet the cop26 requirement for a net zero 2050.
An article from the Lawrence Berkeley national library, based on the publication in Nature Communications "The biogeographic differentiation of algal microbiomes in the upper ocean from pole to pole".
An article in technologyreview.com authored by James Temple reminding us that our enthusiasm regarding Kelp and seaweed as carbon solutions is not yet science proven nor clear of what impacts it may have.
A read of the article/interview made by Donna Sakar of historian Andres Reséndez in discovermagazine.com
A read of the article found in the conversation.com authored by the very talented Miriam Frankel.
A quick read of an article in the whoi.edu authored by Richard King and David Anderson.
Sourced in wealthmonaco.com an article reminding us of Monaco's commitment to the oceans.
Please follow on @oceanmatterspodcast where videos will start to be featured around the same topic as this podcast!
A read of the article in phys.org authored by UCSB, on the study that suggests the ocean maintained a relatively steady temperature through most of the 20th century.
A read of a call to action by Peter Thompson and Ove Hoegh-Guldberg recently published in the Guardian.
A quick read of an article authored by Laura Paddison on the Great news about seagrass.
A read of the great article authored by Stephanie Pappas, originally published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters.
A read of the recent article authored by Jonathan Watts, and a thank you to Ed Hawkins.
As found on the whoi.edu website, a study headed by Youenn Jézéquel shares the research of anthropogenic noise on lobsters.
A few words on the very welcoming community of ocean literacy. Please visit www.oceanliteracy.unesco.org
Journalist Richard Sandomir shares a profile of the late Greg Noll in the New York Times.
An extract from Our Biggest Experiment: An Epic History of the Climate Crisis by Alice Bell.
An article in the conversation.com authored by Suzanne O'Connell talks about the recent memoir of R. Ballard
A quick read of an article in phys.org authored by Mark Price, initially published in the Charlotte Observer.
A study originally published in Nature Communications shares which are the most vulnerable parts of the planet when it comes to the rise of sea level.
An article in the Dana Point Times by Lillian Boyd shares on the roots of Hobie Surfboards.
A great article in the New York Times authored by Christopher Flavelle and Kalen Goodluck addressing the effects of climate change on Native Americans.
An article by Tereza Pultarova, originally published June 15 2021 in the journal Geophysical Research Letters.
Another article in the conversation.com based on the social drivers of decarbonisation.
A reading of the review in the news scientist titled: Breaking Boundaries review, Attenborough on climate change facts
A reading of an article by Fiona Harvey in the Guardian addressing the reality of climate's tipping points.
An article in the Guardian, authored by Dana Nuccittelli, sharing the work of J.S. Sawyer.
An article from the Guardian, authored by Leo Hickman, reminds us of the great work by individuals in the field of Climate Change as early as 1938!
The Guardian reported that the National Geographic named a new ocean around Antarctica now referred to as the Southern Ocean.
A study from downtoearth.org issued a series of articles of which one states that the Mediterranean is warming 3x faster than the oceans.
A few words on what the Palau Pledge is and its fast growing positive impact. Please view www.palaupledge.com
A few words on Change Now 2021, building communities by creating and holding a space for a new narrative where we are a part of solutions.
A few words as I try to understand why such sadness was triggered with the collapse of Darwin's Arch.
The National Geographic published an article on Prince Albert I of Monaco, who started a lot of the work for which Monaco now has an international reputation.
An excellent note by Fiona Harvey supporting an in-person cop 26 event this year in Glasgow rather than a virtual version.
Why is the Germanic derived word 'doom' associated with disaster? Originally published in the guardian.
The 'runaway train' effect would be triggered once the Antarctic ice sheets would melt. Urging us to do all we can to meet the Paris Agreement goals.
The challenges offered by the climate crisis often make us wonder what are the odds, but just like in the movie we cannot really spend any time on the odds. Here is an article that was authored by Rebecca Solnit reminding us of the need to keep moving forward in addressing every challenge. Originally published in the Guardian.
A few degrees more and the face of the planet will change. A recent article in numerama.com called 'the summers of our youth won't be coming back' focuses on France and the many implications of the effects of climate change.
A new design, set to launch in 2025 looking to study the oceans... zero emissions... using nuclear!
We speak of Arctic expeditions like a simple exercise, and although with climate change some of the challenges have been reduced, I found a great article to remind ourselves of the many expeditions that ended up on the bottom of the sea.
The original article can be found at
https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/arctic-exploration-an-irishman-s-diary-on-the-northwest-passage-1.4205254
A few words on the exciting new expedition headed by Virginie Wyss. A human adventure in the Arctic that combines Science & Education. Please view the website glacialis.ch
A few words on the 1870s voyage that still serves as a reference for research studies today, as it collected and organised all kinds of knowledge that turns out to be of key reference for much of today's climate research. Article can be found at www.BBC.com/travel/story/20200719-hms-challenger-the-voyage-that-birthed-oceanography
A few words on the progress of the Plastic Odyssey, an outstanding group of people who went from beach cleanups to being fully dedicated to raising awareness on plastic waste around the world. From Beach Cleanup to a full blown-up dynamic NGO!
Please feel free to visit their website and see whether you can help them, or be a city that they visit on their world tour!
The website https://plasticodyssey.org/
The name Cousteau, often is mentionned, however few realise the key role he has in the world of Oceanography. In fewer words, he brought the world of the oceans to viewers around the world through television and film.
Please find an article on the topic at
https://d-f-plumley.medium.com/from-the-bottom-of-the-ocean-to-your-television-screen-jacques-yves-cousteau-724b5399de79
A few words on Lenka Petrakova inspired from her webpage and an article called 8th Continent hopes to positively impact the ocean by skimming waste off the surface of the water and recycling plastics all while at sea. You can view it at https://mymodernmet.com/8th-continent-lenka-petrakova-grand-prix/
For further info https://petrakovalenka.myportfolio.com/8th-continent
I recently heard a podcast called SurfSplendor, where Zach Plopper of Wildcoast.org took the time not only to share his work but also to address the different challenges that the 30x 30 promoted by WSL is having in terms of misunderstandings.
Zach Plopper did a wonderful exercise in underlying its importance while explaining the different issues around the actual process mainly due to the fact that the exercise of Marine Protected Areas, or protected areas is still young.
Please feel free to view the website for further info on Mr Plopper and Wildcoast.org
I share an article I found by Peter Thomson, UN Special Envoy for the Ocean.
For viewing the original article please view https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2020/5/28/the-road-to-a-blue-green-recovery
A few words in al jazeera by Peter Thomson on the role corporations could take which I chose to read out and comment on.
Original article can be found at https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2021/1/13/what-can-corporations-do-to-help-save-the-ocean
A quick read of an article that was posted on the World Economic Forum, proposing a 10 point solution on how to save the seas.
It was authored by Douglas McCauley, UoCalifornia Santa Barbara, Member of Friends of the Ocean Action, Director Benioff Ocean Initiative
Please find the article at https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/02/a-10-step-plan-to-save-our-oceans/
On the topic of healing the oceans, I recently found an article in the conservation.com that I believe to be of relevance.
Please find the original article at https://theconversation.com/how-marine-protected-areas-help-safeguard-the-ocean-152516
A few words on offered solutions for the oceans. This article was found in Mongabay, more specifically at https://news.mongabay.com/2019/04/30-percent-by-2030-study-maps-out-how-to-protect-the-worlds-oceans/
I recently found an article on the effects of plastics and how they should be included in climate calculations.
The article can be found at
https://theconversation.com/plastic-is-part-of-the-carbon-cycle-and-needs-to-be-included-in-climate-calculations-154730
A short article I found within Phys.org reminding us of the capital importance and role of the oceans in supporting the healing of the planet, which reminds us how much more we should be caring about the oceans !
For further reading of the article please find it at Why a net‑zero future depends on the ocean's ability to absorb carbon
Nations are “nowhere close” to the level of action needed to fight global warming, a UN climate action report said on Friday, urging countries to adopt stronger and more ambitious plans to reach the Paris Agreement goals, and limit the temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, by the end of the century.
I read the article posted on https://news.un.org/en/story/2021/02/1085812
On the topic of picking up trends and patterns with regard to Climate Change, a recent article in the Washington Post, authored by Chris Mooney and Andrew Freedman, title in the subject line, offers a comprehensive analysis on how assumptions and conclusions are carried out.
I found an article conveying the importance of natural ecosystems for the well being of water issues in light of the rise of the oceans. The issues of engineering and the opportunity we currently have to do things right in this period of accelerated climate change.
The article is an interview of Laetitia Grenier by the PPIC.
You can find the original article at https://www.ppic.org/blog/fighting-sea-level-rise-the-natural-way/
I share and read an article which allows us to 'articulate' and get a 'visual map' of what the effects of climate change look like and what the impact of these 'tipping points are.
The original article was authored by Dr Helene Martins, science communicator in the Rossby Centre at the Swedish Meterological and Hydrological Institute.
Please feel free to read the original article on carbonbrief.org at https://www.carbonbrief.org/guest-post-the-threat-of-high-probability-ocean-tipping-points
The veteran broadcaster tells the UN Security Council the climate crisis is the "biggest threat to security" humans have faced.
Please find the article on https://news.sky.com/story/attenboroughs-stark-warning-on-climate-change-its-already-too-late-12226694
A quick read on the press release by the US dept of State confirming that the USA is rejoining the Paris Agreement.
Article found at www.state.gov/the-united-states-officially-rejoins-the-paris-agreement/
Last recording I was so enthousiastic about Rrreefs.com that I butchered the recording. This time I took a little longer and actually read in part the article I published on https://d-f-plumley.medium.com/swiss-coral-reefs-by-ulrike-pfreundt-marie-griesmar-8c6cab276c89
Bill Gates shares his perspective on how to address climate change in his new book, here is a small part of it that I stumbled upon in Time.com.
A few words on the up and coming Change Now Summit in Paris, May 27 to 29 2021 in Paris.
Please enjoy the podcast, view their website and look forward to meet you there.
https://www.changenow.world/
A quick note on my involvement with marine drones and ocean cleaning, and the incredible revolution that Bluetech has made in less than a decade.
Restoring Corals with Cornstarch and the use of 3d Printing.
Please find the original article on https://www.ccell.co.uk/201919
A few notes on Open Ocean Robotics out of Canada. Having won several prestigious prizes, Julie Angus develops autonomous marine solutions as a service when not enjoying other amazing challenges such as rowing across oceans!
Please find the article at :
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffkart/2019/12/04/drones-from-open-ocean-robotics-make-a-splash-tackling-winter-storms-and-more/?sh=9e5d1656df35
Saildrone has been a marine drone maker for a few years now. They had their autonomous drones go out and cover record distances. Now, with the Saildrone Surveyor they are taking on new functions within marine research and meteorological research. In short, they are also able to gather all kinds of data which they share in real time via satellite to the HQ on ground.
Please feel free to read the original article https://www.wired.com/story/the-autonomous-saildrone-surveyor-preps-for-its-sea-voyage/
A few words on how an architecture team is helping restore Coral Reefs in Hong Kong with the help of 3D printing. You can find the original article on https://hk.asiatatler.com/life/hong-kong-coral-restoration-3d-printing
A few words on the Swiss group using 3D printing to build Coral Reefs. Highly communicative, very inspired and accessible. Please follow them wherever you can, as they are a very dynamic entity that is going to be attracting a large following.
For further info please visit https://www.rrreefs.com/
In the USA, a new solution is being created, adding to the number of solutions around the world. In this case, we finally have an artistic angle added to science. A very creative approach which adds to the usually functional approach.
You can find the original article on https://www.dezeen.com/2020/08/06/coral-carbonate-reef-skeletons-objects-ideograms/
Just like in the previous podcasts, researchers around the world are looking to solve climate change issues. In this case it is again by using 3D Printing that researchers are looking to create Coral Reefs in Israel.
Original article can be found at
https://www.fastcompany.com/90390840/can-we-print-a-new-set-of-coral-reefs-before-theyre-gone
On the topic of robots and drones, the possibility of 3D Printing has allowed for many to join and rapidly prototype solutions enhancing and accelerating the field of research and making of marine solutions.
Here is the article from which I read and share my thoughts on the topic.
https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/harvard-scientists-3d-print-swarm-of-bluebot-synchronized-soft-robotic-fish-183076/
On the topics of robots, a jellyfish inspired robot was designed to help restore coral reefs. You can find the story in the original article, https://www.sciencealert.com/efficient-new-jellyfish-robot-could-become-a-restorer-of-coral-reefs
In an article shared by SkyNews, researchers have found a way to restore coral by using 3D printers to create the coral structures that would then rebuild the reefs!
If you wish to read the article, https://news.sky.com/story/amp/uk-students-create-3d-printed-coral-structures-that-could-rebuild-worlds-damaged-reefs-12170781#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s
A few words on the importance to take on the challenges of climate change by acting with what we already have while finding greater solutions as the consequences of not doing so are simply dire. I shared a perspective and response of the czech scientist Daniel Nyvlt on the topic of the topic and effects of climate change which he offered in an interview with a czech journalist in the last few weeks.
A few words to update everyone on the FlipFlopi.com venture. It has become a lot more than one boat raising awareness from port to port. It is now supporting a whole ecosystem of actors and participants within the exercise of stopping single use plastic. An inspiring group of people who are an inspiration to the world.
For all updates on their work please visit their website flipflopi.com
For those of you who are not yet aware of them, the plasticodyssey.org is a team that single-handedly went from beach cleanups to sharing their message about waste and how to prevent it from getting into the oceans! Read their adventure at www.plasticodyssey.org
I recently had the chance to listen to Isobel Harris and Niall McGrath, both engineering students in Edinburgh who decided to build a robot prototype to help Project Seagrass with their own solutions. The called their exercise Robocean, and look to basically assist and scale the exercise of bringing back seagrass meadows in a faster way in order to help store CO2... they are basically helping the planet, nothing less.
In full admiration of their work and looking forward to follow their progress.
A few words on why it is essential to meet the sustainable development goals before 2030.
2021 started, despite the naysayers and the doom talk, the glass is half full and it is entirely up to us to keep doing whatever we can keep supporting the oceans and the planet. The challenges to reach 2030 in the steps of the Paris Agreement and supported by the Sustainable development goals is a start. So are the Earthshots, and the many more exercises out there... the whole point is to actually take part in the solutions as the clock is indeed ticking. The glass is half full and it is up to us to keep filling it up!
I hear a lot of people complaining about 2020, I do not feel that way. I think it has been a great year and extremely interesting!
A few words on the future of the Mediterranean basin and how it will be affected by climate change as reported by the study of the Medecc.org, Mediterranean experts on climate and environmental change in their report which happens to be the first Mediterranean assesment report!
In the race to curve the issues around climate change by 2030 I choose to see the glass as half full. We need to keep going. The Race to 2030!
A few words to thank everyone who has listened to this podcast, and a round of applause to inspire more people to share their thoughts and ideas on the oceans and sustainability in general.
A few words on the potentially revolutionnary new wave technology developped by Eco Wave Power and lead by an inspired innovator by the name of Inna Braverman. For further information, search for Eco Wave Power.
A few words on a person that illustrates what a role model can be, from surfing competition to family man, to human being, but overall an example to be followed and a unique source of inspiration. He has also authored the Surfer's Code, and there is plenty of information on him online.
With Joe Biden at the helm one views a new opportunity for climate matters, however the famous activist and author Erin Brokovich shares her opinion in the Guardian. I thought I would share this article and a few comments with you.
A quick read of an article found in the conversation.com outlining the benefits and issues of having the USA back in the Paris agreement and addressing the complexities of Biden's work to overcome a divided congress. Overall, it is better than it was...
A quick read of an article on the reentering of the USA in the Paris Agreement that I found in DW.com, sharing an interesting perspective on the situation of the world in 2020 and the opportunity of having President Biden as the new 'person in charge' to address climate change in the USA.
A quick read of what the Kyoto Protocol is which I read from the UNFCCC.INT webpage, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
As the Paris Climate agreement peppers several conversations I thought I would share an article by Helen Briggs giving a general outlining its targets and implications.
A recent article on the bbc reminding us of the withdrawal of the USA from the Paris Agreement, its immediate consequences and the potential path back into it by a new President.
A recent article in the conversation.com sharing the complexity of saving coral reef and comparing it to putting a man on the moon. The exercise is possible but very delicate and the time pressure is greater than ever.
An article in the conversation.com shares the need to better understand coral before trying to manipulate it as it could actually be counter-productive and endanger ecosystems.
I thought I would share the great article by Elisabeth Claire Alberts in Mongabay.com on the recent discovery of a mountain of a reef. It describes how recent research is still needed and adventurous, not to mention exciting. Do feel free to visit the article!
A recent article is explaining gene editing as a solution to not only save but manage coral. The article was initially published in the conversation.com.
An article issued by Members of the International Coral Reef Initiative, ICRI, sharing that they have agreed on steps to be taken to save Earth's Coral Reefs, and calling now for governments to act. The article was found in the Scientificamerican.com.
A recent article reminding us that we are still learning on the topic of coral and that science is racing against the clock. This article was initially issued by Marcie Grabowski at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
A quick read of a blog post published by Florine earlier in 2020. It shares the story of Martin Colognoli and his exercise with Coral Guardian, looking to not only restore coral but really to get the local communities involved. The article can be found at Blog.padi.com
A quick read of an article in the Australian Guardian newspaper titled 'We don't have time to lose': plans for coral ark to help save the world's reefs.
It is a venture looking to create a biobank for 800 species of Coral by 2025, in order to secure different species in order to prevent them from the constant and growing risks of bleaching.
Recently an article by Gaia Vince came out sharing new information and methods to save a vital part of our ecosystem.
A short read of an article addressing the raise of sea levels due to the melting of antarctic ice. The opportunity within the next decade to limit the damage for us humans on the planet.
When it comes to climate change, the importance of solving the anthropogenic issues created by industrial agriculture and food industry are key to accelerating towards any kind of hope for our well being on the planet. This documentary does a great exercise in sharing the post war history of agriculture as well as the multiple solutions to limit and fix the damage created to the planet.
A few words on the new Netflix release of the tireless David Attenbourough sharing his life experience of the planet.
A few words on the Spirit of Velox which aims to protect and improve the environment, encourage scientific, artistic, and social innovation. Pionneers in zero emission energy autonomous ships!
A short recording on the HMS Challenger, the original voyage about 150 years ago that still serves today, as all they were the first to take travel the world taking data and collecting samples of several elements in the ocean and the ocean. The information is still relevant today as it serves for comparisons. Do enjoy, and if you wish to know more there is a book about the HMS Challenger!
A few words on the ChangeNow Summit which everyone should attend. They focus on impact, however their impact is very measurable as I personally have witnessed people change their lives to follow their beliefs after attending this Summit.
A good start is get more information is www.changenow-summit.com and you can see some of their work on YouTube.
A few words on the current situation in the Galapagos. Initially discovered by Charles Darwin for the rich biodiversity and wildlife, and considered as part of the world heritage by UNESCo since 1978, it is facing today a race to seeing serious damage by over 200 Chinese fishing ships!
A short note related to the paper issued by Diva Amon and her colleagues called ' Climate Change Considerations are Fundamental to Management of Deep Sea Resource Extraction. The idea is to ensure that we can limit the damage of deep sea resource extraction by allowing ocean experts such as marine biologists to fully participate in the exercise by sharing their knowledge. This allows for further climate consciousness.
As you may have heard of the Sustainable Development Goals, I thought I would elaborate a little more on them so that they become more familiar as they are ever more present in the media and more often referred to.
In this recording I go through SDGs Sustainable Development Goals one to three.
There are several accelerators, competitions, challenges, calls for solutions and so forth, this specific one, the Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge targets the students and looks to give them a voice so that they can share what they want to see in their world. The talent of tomorrow, the consciousness and awareness is in this challenge given full support.
We could spend our lives doing research on the oceans as there continuously is more to discover, but the key fact is that the oxygen we breathe comes in part from the Ocean. It is our duty to preserve the lungs of our planet for our own sake if nothing else. Thank you.
A few words on the importance of Coral Reefs and their many essential roles within the planet.
Plastic Odyssey 2020, A dream coming true. An update on the great Plastic Odyssey who shall set sail January 2021 on the first leg of their world tour to raise awareness, follow them anywhere that says PlasticOdyssey.
They started as an idea and from beach clean up to multi-million funding rounds in order to further their exercise around the world on their own ship.
This year, on Oceans Day... a lot of people have showed up across all walks of life to contribute and participate in the saving and restoring of the oceans.
The impossible row, Colin o'Brady crosses the Drake Passage on the Ohana with 5 mates on manpower alone.
An inspiration for all generations, making curiosity for Science and Geography accessible. Please visit javiercacho.com
The observations of how polar South might change in the future thanks to the Denman Glacier.
Antarctica is providing information on the planet's evolution, allowing for scientists to carry out research.
How the effects of climate change are visible around what we think is where the problem is.
A few words on the Oceanographic museum of Monaco, where a first visit instigates a curiosity for all matters related to the ocean.
Labellaverde.com more than sailing, more than catamarans, an eco boat movement out of Ibiza.
Actively showcasing their first electric boat, Laneva-boats.com is an outstanding illustration of yachting entrepreneurship.
From Fridays for future to Skolstrejk för klimatet, greta Thunberg organically created a great awareness movement.
A few words on ned Kelly, his life as a TV producer, his mountain climbing, sea voyages and great documentaries.
An association that sets the standard by reuniting and combining education, awareness, passion and science!
A few words on the great work by the great association Oceaneye.ch who helped raise awareness of the pollution level of the Lac Leman, a.k.a the Geneva lake.
A few words on a community that has been a leader in the environmental world as well as a constant reminder of the joy that the oceans can provide.
The BBC recently published a WWF report on the most polluted coastlines of the Mediterranean by plastic.
A few words on how a south african entrepreneur in the water sports community has launched a new brand, keeping everyone on beaches warm and dry after coming out of the ocean. Check the website to view the products.
Setting a new standard in Surfboards, reminding us of the art of it and its multiple communities.
4 ocean, starting from two guys and an idea, to a committed team in several cities around the world, collecting plastic waste in the ocean while raising awareness. For more information www.4ocean.com
The Seabin project is a revolution in how to clean oceans, they focus on marinas and rivers and grow in line with their integrity. Seabinproject.com
Hobie Alter, from hobby to business, a generous soul. The spirit of ocean sports at their best.
A role model for the clothing industry, allowing consumers to see its multiple milestones by being fully transparent on every aspect of the process.
The future is now. Alucia, a ship that is technologically leading in ocean exploration. OceanX. Org
Oceans have 96.5% of all of earth's water. Water water everywhere... but not so much to drink!
Microplastics in fashion, a leading voice for guiding the fashion world: Stella McCartney
Celebrating the human spirit, an ngo organises a world record in swimming around the Easter Island to raise awareness against plastics with South African endurance athlete Sarah Ferguson.
A few words on how we overestimate our assumptions and underestimate the younger generations.
The Flipflopi, a dhow made out of recycled plastics, sailing 5000 kilometres along the east African coast.
A recent article reveals that 100% of 50 beached dolphins, Wales and different types of seals have revealed high amounts of microplastics in their stomach.
A few words on an article issued by cbc news and orb media, stating that microplastics have been found in 93% of bottled water tested in a global study.
A few words on an article published by the national geographic confirming a study revealing that 90% of table salt has microplastics.
A words on the Comoros after stumbling upon an article called 'Comoros : The tiny islands spearheading the fight against climate change.'
A few words on the great ocean lover: greglecoeur. com please do yourself a favour and follow his work on social media and his website.
A few words on the ocean campaigner Emily Penn, as she raises awareness on the fact that microplastics by being chemical agents also have an impact on fertility and create hormonal challenges.
A few words on the article called 'Microplastics in Seafood and the implications for human health' , available at the Rochman Lab.
A few words on the article 'Microplastics Research - From Sink to Source' authored by Chelsea Rochman.
A few words on a document called 'sources, fate and effects of microplastics in the marine environment' published by the second United Nations Environment Assembly.
A few words on the outstanding adventure named Plasticodyssey.org, their work and fabulous plan.