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50 flagship marine protected areas of Outstanding Universal Value: Beacons of Hope In a Changing Ocean
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Building climate change resilience and adaptation of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System (Belize)
The Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System is facing multiple impacts of climate change such as coral bleaching, more severe storms, and rising sea levels. The Resilient Reefs Initiative is focused on building Belize’s ...
Marine Programme: State of Conservation Reporting
Marine Programme: State of Conservation Reporting © World Heritage status signifies that a place is unique and irreplaceable. But the recognition comes with responsibilities. As a condition for ...
Ocean Science Roadmap for UNESCO Marine World Heritage
Ocean Science Roadmapfor UNESCO Marine World Heritage In the context of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021 – 2030). © Shane Gross Ocean Science ...