The Gross Domestic Problem

The city as urban reef

In this contest-winning essay, a young scholar spotlights the dichotomy between city and reef. Need there be such a sharp division, when sea and shore actually share flows of resources? >>
Co-managing marine resources in Shiretoko

Satoumi – Co-managing marine resources in Shiretoko

In a remote part of Japan, stakeholders cooperate to preserve the area’s exceptional ecology. >>
Governance of marine areas beyond national jurisdictions

Governance of marine areas beyond national jurisdictions

Improved governance of oceans beyond national jurisdictions will benefit biodiversity and help build more sustainable, equitable economies. >>
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Japan’s ‘ama’ free divers keep their traditions

Descendants of Japan’s seafaring gypsies continue to sustainably manage their marine resources thanks to collectively set rules. >>