The oceans are increasingly viewed as a new frontier for economic development. Yet, as
companies and governments race to capitalize on marine resources, substantial risks can …

Environmental justice refers broadly to the distribution of environmental benefits and
burdens, and the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people in environmental …

Ocean and coastal ecosystems support life on Earth and many aspects of human well-being.
Covering two-thirds of the planet, the ocean hosts vast biodiversity and modulates the global …

Blue foods, sourced in aquatic environments, are important for the economies, livelihoods,
nutritional security and cultures of people in many nations. They are often nutrient rich …

Does humanity's future lie in the ocean? As demand for resources continues to grow and
land-based sources decline, expectations for the ocean as an engine of human …

Blue foods play a central role in food and nutrition security for billions of people and are a
cornerstone of the livelihoods, economies, and cultures of many coastal and riparian …

A quarter of global oil production comes from offshore fields and about 60% of
internationally-traded oil travels by tankers. The relationship between oil, fisheries, and …

Small-scale fisheries (SSF) provide crucial contributions to livelihoods, food and nutrition
security, and the well-being of coastal communities worldwide. In Indonesia, 2.5 million …

Human wellbeing relies on the Biosphere, including natural resources provided by ocean
ecosystems. As multiple demands and stressors threaten the ocean, transformative change …

The global rush to develop the 'blue economy'risks harming both the marine environment
and human wellbeing. Bold policies and actions are urgently needed. We identify five …