Our
Projects
At Marinas Guardian, we are highly driven by projects aimed at safeguarding the ocean and the coastal communities that rely on it so closely. We are undertaking initiatives to reduce the impact of human activity on marine protected areas, national economic exclusion zones and on the high seas, such as implementing sustainable fishing practices, reducing plastic pollution, and increasing awareness of the need to protect these areas. We believe that by protecting our marine ecosystems, we can create a healthier environment and better future for everyone.
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Establishing and Protecting Marine Protected Areas
We are piloting a framework for the implementation, management, and enforcement of MPAs. This initiative merges the essential knowledge of local coastal communities with cutting edge marine technologies to enhance our understanding of the intricate challenges involved, facilitating the incorporation of MPAs into broader marine spatial planning. Collaboration with local stakeholders, governments, and our diverse partners, including leading marine technology firms, is of utmost importance. We are proud to be working to establish multiple new offshore MPAs in Papua New Guinea, and are engaged in discussions with several more states across the Pacific and Indian Oceans and anticipate making significant announcements in this domain shortly.
Global Standards on Potentially Polluting Wrecks
As announced by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) recently, Marinas Guardian will be working with a powerful consortium of US, UK and Australian NGOs, and marine salvage specialists to develop a complete set of global standards governing the identification and remediation of sunken vessels. The IUCN estimates that over 8,500 vessels are at risk of leaking oil, and other highly toxic chemicals into the sea.
Sunken Vessels in the Pacific
Marinas Guardian has partnered with the Major Projects Foundation on a multi-year programme to identify, assess and remediate approximately 60 sunken vessels in the Pacific. The numerous naval conflicts during World War 2 left a legacy of sunken vessels, unexploded ordnance, leaking oil and toxic chemicals in the waters of many Pacific nations. This crucial work will help to protect the coastal communities most threatened by this issue, and represents a fantastic opportunity to boost the local blue economy by building local capacity in the marine sector.
Ocean Education in Schools
While general awareness of the value of our Ocean has increased significantly in recent years, and ocean issues have risen up the political agenda, the understanding of our individual and collective impact on the Ocean and its impact on our lives and wellbeing is vital to ensure positive ocean action at all levels. Educational and training programs therefore constitute an essential pillar which helps support all of Marinas Guardian’s project work, building capacity for current and future generations - across the globe.
