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2018 saw record breaking greenhouse gas concentrations
Newly published research of the Earth’s atmosphere in 2018 has suggested that the year saw a record breaking amount of climate change causing greenhouse...
Underwater robotic gliders measure ocean sound levels
At a time when ocean noise is receiving increased global attention, researchers at Oregon State University and NOAA have developed an effective method to...
New danger for sea fans in warming seas: Metal pollution
Metals like copper from agricultural runoff and marine paint leaching from boat hulls poses a threat to soft coral sea fans, especially in warming...
How to save the oceans at home and whilst travelling
We all want to protect the oceans from harm and conserve the dive sites we love, but it can be overwhelming knowing where to...
Malaysia to extend marine protected areas around Sabah
In the coral triangle, Sabah is home to some of the best diving in the world. The famous diving areas of Sipadan and Mabul islands are off the coast of eastern Sabah, with Layang Layang in the west. The MPAs will further increase the marine diversity in the area.
How to Volunteer and Preserve the Great Barrier Reef
Make a difference to the Great Barrier Reef by volunteering.
New Marinatex wins award for solving many plastic problems
Lucy Hughes from the University of Sussex has won the James Dyson Award for designing MarinaTex - a bioplastic made of organic fish waste...
Love Whales? They Can Help Solve Climate Change
How whales permanently remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere - not only minimising the effects of climate change, but also supporting the health of commercial fisheries.
Egypt ups environmental standards to protect coral reefs
Egypt is adopting Green Fins environmental standards to protect its coral reefs. The country has become the first in its region and the 11th...
“Changed and less resilient”: Great Barrier Reef at risk
One of the great joys of scuba diving is having the opportunity to witness the incredible beauty of our oceans. Teaming with some of...