Tag: MPA

Do Marine Protected Areas in Polar Oceans Actually Work?

Dr. Michael Wenger

New research shows that the success of Marine Protected Areas hinges on strict enforcement, a principle facing major geopolitical and ecological challenges in the planned sanctuaries of the Arctic and Antarctic.

Polar marine megafauna needs more than Marine Protected areas

Dr. Michael Wenger

A new study shows that the 30% global ocean protection target isn't enough for mobile marine megafauna, especially in polar regions as threats like warming, shipping & plastic demand urgent mitigation beyond MPAs for the survival of these polar dwellers.

The Polar Retrospective - An agreement with Tara, stronger protection of South Georgia's marine life and a shrinking bird explained

Polar Journal AG Team

The Polar Retrospective looks at recent stories from around the world’s polar regions. This week we take a look at an agreement signed between Tara and polarjournal.net, enhanced marine protection around South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, and a study explaining why the red knots are becoming smaller.

ArcNet: A network tackling biodiversity loss in the Arctic

Julia Hager

This spring, ArcNet became available as a framework that takes a holistic view of Arctic Ocean protection and involves all Arctic stakeholders in the designation of protected areas.