marine pollution

Nature

What scientists got right - and wrong - about coastal threats

From agricultural pollution to the spread of invasive species and climate change, there are myriad shifting threats to rocky shores.

16/07/2025

Nature

Threatened whale species found in areas earmarked for deep sea mining

Vulnerable marine life is getting caught in the crosshairs of our electrifying world, the new study suggests.

25/06/2025

Green News

The race to 30x30: How far behind are we on ocean protection?

A slew of commitments have been made at the UN Ocean Conference this week, with many governments using the opportunity to unveil new MPAs on the international stage.

13/06/2025

Green News

Nations issue ‘Nice Wake-Up Call’ on plastic pollution treaty

Countries have shown a united front for ambition after talks on a landmark plastic pollution treaty collapsed last year.

11/06/2025

Europe News

Guterres urges countries to join ocean pact before point of no return

Following 18 new ratifications on Monday, UN chief Guterres said on Tuesday the High Seas Treaty is "within sight" of taking effect. He warned of a 'hard battle' against 'greed', which denies science to oppose the pact.

11/06/2025

Nature

Fossil fuels are being overlooked at UN ocean summit, analysts warn

Oil and gas blocks cover an area the size of Argentina in just 11 ocean ‘frontier regions’, a new report shows.

10/06/2025

Green News

UK unveils ‘golden opportunity’ for wider ban on bottom trawling

It comes as pressure ramps up at UNOC in Nice, including with a satirical film featuring Stephen Fry and Theo James.

09/06/2025

Green News

EU unveils Ocean Pact ahead of UN conference in France

The EU is hoping to position itself as a leader in marine protection ahead of a UN summit on preserving the world's oceans next week.

06/06/2025

Green News

Spain seeks to ban flushing of wet wipes and releasing of balloons

Wet wipes and balloons are among the 10 most common single-use plastic items found littering European beaches.

30/05/2025

Green News

Investigation exposes the ‘sprawling empire’ of 5 Dutch fishing giants

Environmental campaigners say that governments have allowed a few supermajors to take “tentacular” ownership of the seas.

20/05/2025

Nature

Lack of endangered whale babies raises alarm among scientists

Experts say North Atlantic right whales need to have 50 calves per season to start recovering. This year they produced just 11.

20/05/2025

Experiences

Hearing whale songs can inspire tourists to help protect oceans

Feelings of awe inspired tourists to improve recycling habits, reduce waste production, and support ocean conservation initiatives.

15/05/2025

Nature

This new centre in the Netherlands is rescuing injured seals

Sander van Dijk, curator of the centre, says they treat around 200 seals a year.

30/04/2025

Europe News

Lawmakers extend new microplastic controls to shipping

After a series of high profile spills at sea, MEPs and governments have agreed that new pollution controls must extend to maritime freight, despite opposition from the EU executive.

09/04/2025

Eco-Innovation

A growing industry is betting on the ocean to capture carbon

There is major debate over the consequences for oceans and over the exact benefits for the climate.

24/03/2025

Green News

Plastic pellets are washing up on UK coast after North Sea ship crash

Although not toxic, nurdles present a deadly risk to wildlife if ingested.

17/03/2025

Green News

‘Doublespeak’: Greece greenlights offshore drilling beside marine park

Environmental lawyers say that the new concessions threaten endangered species in the biodiversity-rich Hellenic Trench.

14/03/2025

Green News

Marine animals could ‘choke on oil’ after UK crash, experts warn

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is assessing what counter pollution action is needed, as people voice concern for porpoises and seabirds.

11/03/2025

Eco-Innovation

Scientists discover ‘hungry’ marine fungi that eat plastic pollution

Researchers are training ‘mighty’ marine fungi to quickly eat polyurethane, one of our most common plastics.

19/02/2025

Climate

Why plastic straws became the target of a global pollution crackdown

A viral turtle video sparked a global movement and inspired millions to join the fight against plastic waste.

13/02/2025