2023 Oceana New York Gala
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Ghost Gear: Pollution Haunting Our Oceans
What haunts the world’s oceans even now? Scarier than ghouls and goblins, ghost gear is a scourge upon the seas! But unlike ghosts, derelict fishing gear, also known as ghost gear, has an observable effect on life in the ocean. Ghost gear can take many forms, like gillnets, pots, traps, or even just lines in … Read more
Oceana Announces Diana Thomson as New Board Chair
Oceana, the world’s largest ocean conservation organization, announced new leadership for its international Board of Directors. Diana Thomson was elected Chair, succeeding Sam Waterston. Sara Lowell was elected Treasurer, a position previously held by Thomson. Board Members María Eugenia Girón and James (Jim) Sandler were re-elected as Vice Chair and Secretary, respectively. Longtime Board Member Keith Addis … Read more
5 Eerie Ocean Animals
As Halloween approaches, spooky creatures come to mind — ghouls, ghosts, and goblins. But what if we told you that some of the most eerie animals live deep beneath the waves? Here are five ocean animals that are always Halloween ready! VAMPIRE SQUID Vampire squids are found deep in the ocean, below where sunlight reaches. … Read more
Global North’s Growing Appetite for Farmed Salmon Imperils Communities’ Access to Local Fish
A new paper published today in Science Advances exposes the global aquaculture sector’s growing dependence on wild fish. Despite industry claims to the contrary, these findings highlight how the growing appetite for expensive farmed salmon can leave coastal communities struggling to access affordable local fish like sardines and anchovies. Instead, these small pelagic fish are … Read more
Q&A with Ocean Photographer Álvaro Herrero
Álvaro Herrero, who goes by the name Mekan, is an acclaimed photographer originally from Spain. Herrero has been diving for over 18 years and has taught underwater photography masterclasses around the world. He and his work have been recognized by prestigious international photo contests such as GDT European Wildlife Photographer of the Year, Underwater Photographer … Read more
Amazon Puts Plastic Air Pillows to Bed Globally
Amazon has removed all plastic air pillows from its delivery packaging used at its global fulfillment centers as of October 2024, according to a new announcement from the company. Amazon also stated that it aims to reduce the amount of shipments in North America that include Amazon-added plastic delivery packaging to one-third by December 2024, … Read more
Ocean Advocates Raise Nearly $1.8 Million to Support Oceana at ‘An Evening of Jazz’ in New York City
On Tuesday, September 10, ocean advocates gathered at the Mastercard Midnight Theatre in Manhattan for “An Evening of Jazz,” presented by Blancpain, to support Oceana, the largest international organization dedicated solely to ocean conservation. Nearly $1.8 million was raised for Oceana’s campaigns to protect and restore the oceans around the world. Oceana Board Member Ted … Read more
A Conversation with Andrew Sharpless: Oceana’s Retiring CEO Reflects on 21 Years at the Helm and What’s Next
You’ve led Oceana for over two decades. Why have you dedicated so much of your career to the oceans? Because we are effective in delivering national scale policy changes that restore and protect an abundant and biodiverse ocean. It’s been incredibly exciting to lead a team based in more than a dozen countries that is … Read more
Tuna Vessels Using Forced Labor are Hiding Under MSC Ecolabel, New Research Finds
New research published today in Ocean Sustainability finds that the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the world’s most recognized ecolabel for sustainable seafood, is failing to identify forced labor violations in the fisheries it certifies despite claims to the contrary. “In a matter of minutes, I was able to find multiple cases of forced labor on … Read more
