Nairobi Convention Marine and Coastal News Round-up (10 May 2021)

Welcome, Nairobi Convention Member States, partners, and friends, to this issue of the Weekly News Round-up!

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First symposium announcement and call for abstracts!

The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA), the Sustainable Seas Trust (SST), and the Nairobi Convention announced the 12th WIOMSA Scientific Symposium, which will be held in Port Elizabeth in October 2022. The meeting is the premier regional scientific event on the coastal and marine environment and it will showcase presentations on the latest research results in the WIO region.

Tracking marine litter with a global ocean model: where does it go? Where does it come from?

A new research study from the Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies used particle tracking simulations to simulate the motions of mismanaged plastic waste and provide a quantitative global estimate of the marine litter released into the ocean by a given country goes and where the marine litter found on the coastline of a given country comes from.

Blue barriers: A nature-based solution to build resilience

The government of Seychelles and the World Bank conducted a study to develop strategies for large-scale coral reef restoration. This assessment prioritized 15 locations on the three main islands where coral restoration could reduce coastal risks and enhance biodiversity. According to the study, in most locations, coral restoration would need to be combined with artificial structures to deliver significant coastal protection.

Job opportunity at UNEP Ecosystems Division

Last days to apply to the Coral Reef Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist Consultant position within UNEP´s, Ecosystems Division. The consultant will work on the Global Fund for Coral Reefs. At least 10 years working experience in coral reefs conservation and project management is required. For more details on the position and for how to apply, follow the link below. The opening closes on May 13, 2021.

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Did you read it? UNESCO marine world heritage report

The study compiles the 50 marine sites on UNESCO´s World Heritage List, which comprise 21% of the global area of blue carbon ecosystems and 15% of global blue carbon assets. The report highlights the role that their protection plays in storing carbon from the atmosphere and warns that degradation of these ecosystems can also release billions of tons of greenhouse gases.

Apply now: The Blue Grants Fund 5 is bigger and stronger!

Do you have an idea for a sustainable blue project? SeyCCAT´s Blue Grants Fund opened their application and is open until 11 June 2021. This year there is a total of SCR23 million to disburse to impactful and innovative local projects. You can register now to receive application materials and invitations to support sessions with SeyCCAT facilitators. Don´t miss out!

Author: A.P.

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