The Role of Private Innovation in Public Ocean Stewardship
A Shared Responsibility When people talk about protecting the ocean, the conversation often centers on governments and nonprofit organizations. And for good reason—public agencies and environmental NGOs have done incredible work advocating for conservation, passing regulations, and raising awareness. But there’s another piece of the puzzle that’s sometimes overlooked: the role of private companies in […]
Fighting Climate Change with Kelp: Aquaculture as Carbon Strategy
When most people think about climate change solutions, their minds go straight to electric cars, solar panels, or wind farms. But there’s another, often-overlooked player in the fight against carbon emissions: kelp. Yes, that slick seaweed you’ve seen clinging to rocks or washing up on shore could be one of our most powerful allies in […]
Living Shorelines: Why Natural Defenses May Be the Future of Coastal Protection
Growing up in Nova Scotia, I’ve always had a deep respect for the ocean. I’ve seen its power and beauty—but also the damage it can cause when storms hit and the tides surge. Coastal erosion, flooding, and storm damage are not just problems for the future—they’re already affecting communities around the world. For decades, our […]
From Data to Action: Using Real-Time Ocean Monitoring to Drive Smarter Policy Decisions
When I first started working in marine technology, most of the data we used came from outdated reports or short research expeditions. We’d try to make sense of changes in the ocean by looking at snapshots taken months, or even years, apart. It was like trying to predict the weather based on what happened last […]
Sustainability vs. Profit: Why Businesses Can’t Afford to Ignore Ocean Conservation
For years, businesses have treated sustainability as an optional extra—a nice idea, but not essential to making money. Many companies have viewed environmental responsibility as a burden, something that cuts into profits rather than drives them. But times are changing. Sustainability is no longer just about doing the right thing; it’s about long-term survival in […]
AI and the Ocean: How Smart Technology is Revolutionizing Marine Conservation
The ocean is vast, mysterious, and essential to life on Earth. It covers more than 70% of our planet, produces most of the oxygen we breathe, and regulates the global climate. Yet, despite its importance, we have only explored a fraction of it. This lack of understanding has made conservation efforts difficult. However, things are […]