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The Blue Blog: shifting perspectives on the deep blue


Strategies for a Sustainable Ocean Economy
Countries around the world, from small island states to larger, coastal nations, are increasingly unveiling national blue economy strategies (also sometimes referred to as ocean economy strategies, marine spatial plans, blue growth plans or blue economy road maps). These plans present a vision for sustainable economic growth through the responsible use of oceanic resources. Essentially, governments are looking to bridge the gap between today’s maritime industries and the un

Olivia Smailes
Nov 17, 20256 min read


Exploring Environmental Credit Pathways for Seaweed Aquaculture
Over the past few years, seaweed farming in Australia has gained momentum, particularly around the red seaweed Asparagopsis , known for...

Olivia Smailes
May 16, 20254 min read


Balancing the books: the rising importance of natural capital accounting
In an era of converging sustainability crises, there is need to find ways where can begin working with nature rather than against it. One...

Olivia Smailes
May 23, 20247 min read


The UN Ocean Decade: can we chart a course for real ocean sustainability?
Covering 71% of the Earth's surface, oceans are intrinsic to life as we know it. They provide essential natural resources, act as buffers...

Olivia Smailes
May 8, 20244 min read


Under the radar: illuminating the operations of dark fishing fleets
Historically, the enormity of our oceans has created significant challenges in the surveillance of fishing activities in offshore waters....

Olivia Smailes
Jan 11, 20243 min read


Making waves: Australia's path towards seafood transparency in the hospitality industry
In an era of the conscious consumer, there is a growing demand for transparency on where our seafood comes from. Until now, Australian...

Olivia Smailes
Dec 1, 20233 min read


Navigating the significance of COP28 for global marine industries
In the face of an ever changing climate, the world finds itself at a crucial juncture: take decisive action or risk irreversible damage....

Olivia Smailes
Nov 7, 20234 min read


Fishing for a better future: the Voice's influence on Indigenous participation in fisheries
This week Australians will vote in one of the most significant decisions in their country’s constitutional history: the Voice Referendum....

Olivia Smailes
Oct 17, 20234 min read


Weathering the storm: the impact of El Niño on global fisheries
Earlier this month, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) formally declared an El Niño weather event following an eight year hiatus. El Niño is...

Olivia Smailes
Oct 17, 20233 min read


Balancing the Tides: the Rising Importance of ESG
In recent years, a new concept has taken the corporate world by storm: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). This term has become...

Olivia Smailes
Sep 21, 20233 min read


Consumer-led Change in the Seafood Industry
The modern consumer is more curious and informed than ever before. In an era where consumers wield such immense power, producers must...

Olivia Smailes
Sep 7, 20232 min read


The Blue Carbon Phenomenon
The Blue Carbon Phenomenon In the face of global issues such as climate change and environmental degradation, it is imperative that we...

Olivia Smailes
Aug 24, 20232 min read


Australia's Lucrative Blue Economy
Home to the third largest Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the world (8.1 million square kilometres), Australia’s marine environment is...

Olivia Smailes
Aug 22, 20231 min read


UN Treaty of the High Seas
What is the UN Treaty of the High Seas and why is it so important for the future of our oceans?

Olivia Smailes
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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