Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)

The IOC – Ocean Best Practices System (OBPS) has taken a significant step forward in strengthening the global landscape in ocean practices with the reconstitution of the Steering Group (SG). …

Harmful algal blooms (HABs) affect the health of ecosystems and communities around the world. When these blooms occur, they can contaminate seafood, threaten coastal livelihoods, disrupt tourism, and strain public …

A new report by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO reveals a critical lack of understanding of how the ocean absorbs and stores carbon. This glaring uncertainty about our …