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Jul 03 - 2024
EN Global

Can the twilight zone be fished responsibly?

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute

As some nations eye the rich fishing grounds of the ocean’s mid-water mesopelagic level, scientists investigate what it would mean for top predators.
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Biodiversity loss
Documentary Films
Jun 23 - 2023
EN Europe

S.O.S. Posidonia

Mediterranean Posidonia Network

The Mediterranean Posidonia Network was born after the EU Event celebrated in Athens (Greece) last 2019 named Anchors Away. It aims to bring together different stakeholders such as authorities, scientists, international environmental organizations, professionals including yachting agents, marinas from the Mediterranean countries. These actors are concerned with the protection of Posidonia oceanica threatened by various pressures such as anchoring. The objective is to increase each country’s capacity building to better protect Posidonia oceanica and prevent its future degradation. 

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Biodiversity loss
Research
Dec 31 - 2022
EN, GR Europe

2022 ASC REPORT - AVRAMAR IBERICA S.L.U. - SPAIN

Avramar

In the framework of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification that holds AVRAMAR Group, we are reporting about the known escapes occurred 01/01/2022-31/12/2022, as required by the point 3.3.5 of the ASC Sea Bass/Sea Bream/Meagre Standard in our ASC certified farms.

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Biodiversity loss
Research
Dec 31 - 2023
EN, GR Europe

2023 ASC REPORT - AVRAMAR IBERICA S.L.U. - SPAIN

Avramar

In the framework of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification that holds AVRAMAR Group, we are reporting about the known escapes occurred 01/01/2023-31/12/2023, as required by the point 3.3.5 of the ASC Sea Bass/Sea Bream/Meagre Standard in our ASC certified farms.

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Biodiversity loss
Research
Feb 11 - 2009
EN Europe

Fish farming enhances biomass and nutrient loss in Posidonia oceanica (L.) Delile

Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science

Fish farming impact on the seasonal biomass, carbon and nutrient (nitrogen and phosphorus) balance of the endemic Mediterranean seagrass Posidonia oceanica was assessed in the Aegean Sea (Greece) in order to detect changes in magnitude and fate of seagrass production and nutrient incorporation with organic loading of the meadows. Phosphorus concentration in the leaves, rhizomes and roots was enhanced under the cages throughout the study. Standing biomass was diminished by 64% and carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus standing stock by 64%, 61% and 48%, respectively, under the cages in relation to those at the control. Seagrass production decreased by 68% and element (C, N, P) incorporation by 67%, 58% and 58%, respectively, under the cages. Leaf shedding was reduced by 81% and loss of elements (C, N, and P) through shedding by 82%, 74% and 72%, respectively, under the cages. Leaf and element (C, N, P) residual loss rate, accounting for grazing and mechanical breakage of leaves, was decreased by 79%, 85%, 100% and 96%, respectively, at the control station. At the control station, 13.98 g C m−2 yr−1, 1.91 g N m−2 yr−1 and 0.05 g P m−2 yr−1 were produced in excess of export and loss. In contrast, under the cages 12.69 g C m−2 yr−1, 0.31 g N m−2 yr−1 and 0.04 g P m−2 yr−1 were released from the meadow. Organic loading due to fish farm discharges transformed the seagrass meadow under the cages from a typical sink to a source of organic carbon and nutrients.
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Biodiversity loss
Investigative Journalism
Sept 30 - 2023
EN Europe

Thousands of salmon escaped an Icelandic fish farm. The impact could be deadly.

The Guardian

Aquaculture is bringing jobs and money to rural regions, but a huge escape of farmed fish in August could devastate local salmon populations.
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Biodiversity loss / Salmon
Research
Nov 01 - 2023
EN Global

Sovereign ESG bonds in the global south: 10 questions for those concerned about debt and climate justice

European Network on Debt and Development

An introduction to sovereign ESG bonds and explores some of the limitations and risks around the push for ESG financing as a way for global south countries to close the financing gap for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate action. By Dr. Andre Standing
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Investment and subsidies / Marine Protected Areas / Biodiversity loss
Research
Oct 01 - 2023
EN Global

The Financialization of Marine Conservation: The Case of Debt-for-Ocean Swaps

Society for International Development

Several concerns exist about debt-for-ocean swaps, opaque transactions from the perspective of debt justice and the democratic and equitable governance of marine resources. Debt-for-ocean swaps illustrate the pace at which financialization has transformed international approaches to conservation and the risks that this brings. By Dr. Andre Standing
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Investment and subsidies / Marine Protected Areas / Biodiversity loss
Opinion
Aug 16 - 2024
EN Global

Fishing the Ocean’s Twilight Zone Comes at a High Cost

Sentient

Though there is no moratorium, fishing the mesopelagic layer remains out of bounds.
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Biodiversity loss / Climate change / Fish Meal / Fish Oil Processing
Research
May 15 - 2024
EN Global

Twilight zone fishing: Can we fish the ocean’s mesopelagic layer?

Mongabay

Fishing experts are looking for ways to fish in the mesopelagic zone, a layer of water that stretches from 200-1,000 meters (660-3,300 feet) beneath the surface, which has, thus far, remained relatively unexploited. Many challenges stand in the way of making mesopelagic fishing a reality, such as the difficulties of finding and capturing mesopelagic fish, and processing them into usable products. Yet experts are working to overcome these obstacles, with one suggesting that mesopelagic fishing could begin in the next few years. Conservation experts have expressed concern about the possible start of mesopelagic fishing, arguing that it could cause environmental problems.
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Climate change / Biodiversity loss / Fish Meal / Fish Oil Processing
News
Jun 08 - 2020
EN Global, Africa

More than a third of fish stocks are being overfished, FAO warns

Al Jazeera

The UN Food and Agriculture Organization also warned that the problem is particularly acute in developing countries. The FAO said in a biennial report that tackling the issue would require several measures including stronger political will and improved monitoring, as fish stocks in areas with less-developed management were in poor shape.
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Biodiversity loss / UN: FAO Committee on Fisheries / Legislation
Opinion
Aug 26 - 2024
EN North America

Wild sablefish is a better choice than farmed salmon

Seattle Times

Working with fishers who care for the natural resources they harvest has emphasized the importance of choosing sustainable seafood from a conservation-focused fishery, such as sablefish.
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Biodiversity loss / Small-scale fishers / Legislation
Investigative Journalism
Oct 16 - 2024
EN Global

Global North's Growing Appetite for Farmed Salmon Imperials Communities' Access to Local Fish

Sea Around Us

The growing appetite for expensive farmed salmon can leave coastal communities struggling to access affordable local fish like sardines and anchovies, new research published in Science Advances shows.
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Biodiversity loss / Fish in / Fish Out (FIFO) / Fish Meal / Fish Oil Processing
Investigative Journalism
Oct 17 - 2024
EN Global

Aquaculture uses far more wild fish than previously estimated, study finds

Aquafeed

A study, led by an international team of scientists from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, Oceana, and New York University, suggests that global fish farming may rely on significantly larger quantities of wild-caught ocean fish than previously calculated. These findings call into question long-held assumptions about sustainability and provide a range of plausible estimates for its impact on wild fish populations.
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Biodiversity loss / Fish in / Fish Out (FIFO) / Fish Meal / Fish Oil Processing
News
Apr 08 - 2022
EN South America

ExCo Refuse Salmon Farming in Falklands

FITV

The Executive Council of the Falkland Islands refused salmon farming in the islands last week. A review of aquaculture development was considered by ExCo, with recommendations attached to the paper not approved.
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Biodiversity loss / Legislation / Salmon
News
Nov 04 - 2024
EN

Retailer rules out Tasmanian salmon ban – for now

Fish Farmer

By Robert Outram
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Biodiversity loss / Legislation / Salmon
Research
Nov 08 - 2021
EN Global

Understanding the Conservation Finance Industry

Coalition for Fair Fisheries Arrangements

An introduction to how US conservation organisations have been taken over by big finance. By Dr. Andre Standing
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Biodiversity loss / Climate change / Marine Protected Areas / Investment and subsidies
Research
Nov 15 - 2023
EN Global

Gabon’s Odious Debt-for-ocean Swap: The implications for ocean governance

Coalition for Fair Fisheries Arrangements

The Nature Conservancy's debt-for-ocean swap with Gabon will result in protection for 30% of Gabon's oceans, but brings in question issues of debt justice, ocean governance, and implications for coastal communities. By Dr. Andre Standing
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Investment and subsidies / Marine Protected Areas / Biodiversity loss / Small-scale fishers
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Investigative Journalism
Jul 23 - 2024
EN Global

Salmon’s Getting More Expensive. Blame Bloodsucking Sea Lice

Wall Street Journal

Lasers, lumpfish and other creative solutions are being employed to beat back infestations.
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Parasites (e.g. sea lice) / Biodiversity loss / Value chain / Salmon
Opinion
Jul 29 - 2024
EN Global

There’s a New Reason to Save Life in the Deep Ocean

New York Times

Just as we are learning to appreciate the extraordinary service of creatures in the twilight zone, companies that manufacture feed for industrial fish farms, fertilizer and omega-3 supplements are preparing to exploit it. Right now nations are considering authorizing commercial fishing fleets to grind life in the twilight zone into fish meal, fertilizer and plant food. Before they move forward with these plans, it would be wise to hit pause so we can understand how that decision will affect our planet.
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Marine fauna / Biodiversity loss / Marine Flora (e.g. Poseidon meadows or seaweed) / Climate change
Research
Jan 01 - 2022
EN North America

Harmful Algal Blooms

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute

A 2022 special report from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, examining the threat of harmful algal bloom growth and the actions being taken to address it.
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Marine fauna / Marine Flora (e.g. Poseidon meadows or seaweed) / Biodiversity loss / Tourism / Bivalves
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