Jun 2, 2023 · “To me, celebrating World Oceans Day means celebrating all the efforts that are made by individuals worldwide,” said Rada Pandeva, Youth Advisory Council member from Bulgaria, age 20. “It is a chance to recognize the progress we are making and to remind ourselves to keep going because our own wellbeing is dependent on our ocean’s ...

Jun 8, 2023 · Every year, people worldwide celebrate World Ocean Day on June 8. This day is aims to raise awareness about the importance of the ocean and the need to protect them. Oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface, and play a vital role in regulating the planet's climate and supporting its biodiversity.

Jun 8, 2020 · To try and counteract these issues, this year’s virtual World Oceans Day is focused on “Innovation for a Sustainable Oceans” to discuss various solutions, including how the private sector can work with communities to maintain the blue economy. In addition, there’s a petition in place to urge world leaders to help protect 30% of the ...

Jun 17, 2022 · The United Nations World Oceans Day (UNWOD) Photo Competition calls on photographers to share their snapshots of our blue planet. The theme for 2022 of 'Revitalization: Collective Action for the Ocean' had 6 categories, including: coastal communities, nature-based solutions and ocean critters.

Jun 7, 2023 · World Oceans Day is on 8 June. This year's theme is Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing and the UN will bring together decision-makers, scientists and civil society in a special event to “put the ocean first”.

Jun 6, 2019 · Last April, Morgan Stanley, working with the World Bank sold $10 million worth of blue bonds with of the aim solving the challenge of plastic waste pollution in oceans. The international not-for-profit group The Nature Conservancy (TNC) recently unveiled plans to mobilize $1.6 billion of funding for global ocean conservation efforts through ...

Jan 20, 2025 · Day 1 was also Inauguration Day in the US. Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. Trump's return to the White House is a major topic of discussion in Davos given the potentially wide-ranging implications of his policies, including imposing tariffs on other economies.

Jun 6, 2019 · On World Oceans Day, these five pieces of good news are a reminder that there’s still hope amid the doom and gloom. For World Oceans Day, here are five pieces of good news amid the doom and gloom. Sustainable Development

Jun 8, 2015 · The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. Incorporated as a not-for-profit foundation in 1971, and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Forum is tied to no political, partisan …

Jun 8, 2018 · On World Oceans Day, we need to recognize that the situation is critical, and strengthen our commitment to reversing ocean decline. The ocean belongs at the heart of the global political agenda. It holds the key to overcoming some of our most pressing challenges, such as combating climate change and producing enough food sustainably for 10 ...