Breaking: Global Scientists Urge Action on Ocean Protection Ahead of UN Summit
“Listen to us, act, finance us, and let us work”: The call from over 2,000 scientists from 100 countries for immediate action before the UN summit.”
UN summit on the ocean looms large
More than 2,000 scientists from over 100 countries have convened in Nice to launch an urgent appeal to world leaders just days prior to the upcoming UN summit on the ocean. Their call to action is driven by decades of scientific research that underscores the dire state of our global seas.
Scientists Set the Stage for Change
“The time of speeches and indecision is over,” reads their joint press release. These experts are calling for immediate, scientifically informed action to safeguard our oceans. With greenhouse gas emissions driving water warming, acidification, and sea level rise, the need for stringent climate commitments is more critical than ever.
Key Recommendations for Ocean Protection
Protecting Biodiversity and Environmental Justice
The scientists advocate for strengthening marine biodiversity protection and ensuring a fair distribution of ocean genetic resources. Overfishing and maritime labor abuses must be addressed alongside global efforts against plastic pollution and decarbonizing maritime transport.
The Role of Marine Sciences
The ocean offers valuable solutions, but these must avoid past errors.marine renewable energies and emerging technologies like carbon capture and seabed mining need careful consideration.
Funding for Research and Knowledge Integration
Despite their crucial role, marine sciences receive only about 1.7% of world research budgets. Researchers emphasize the necessity of holistic approaches that integrate indigenous and local knowledge to develop sustainable and fair ocean policies.
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