(par 9.7.3.1.4) Africa- Small Islands States’ Big Development Challenge
Africa: Small Islands States’ Big Development Challenge http://allafrica.com/stories/201409081780.html?viewall=1 By Sarah Grimes Ocean science for development in SIDS: Facts and figures Sarah Grimes explores why small-island states need good ocean monitoring – and why it still fails them in some areas. The ocean is a crucial component of the Earth system, essential for supporting ecosystem and […]
(par 9.7.3.1.4) ‘Paris of the Oceans’ Pact Crucial to Save Seas, Says WWF Head
‘Paris of the oceans’ pact crucial to save seas, says WWF head https://jp.reuters.com/article/us-environment-oceans-pollution-idUSKCN1GM0N5 By Sophie Hares, Thomson Reuters Foundation PLAYA DEL CARMEN, Mexico (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – To save the world’s oceans from rampant over-fishing, pollution and degradation, countries should hammer out a deal like the Paris Agreement on climate change that sets stringent targets for protection, […]
(par 9.7.3.1.3) Why are sand dunes important
Why are sand dunes important? https://onehome.org.uk/the-bigger-picture/424-why-are-sand-dunes-important Written by Rachel England, 23 June 2021 Sand dunes will be an important line of defence against rising sea levels, so they need to be protected. The very first World Sand Dune Day is taking place on 25th June this year, to highlight the importance of conserving these vital coastal habitats around the […]