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Overfishing in Southeast Asia’s coastal waters is a long-standing concern, but recent research suggests a more optimistic outlook, with 43 per cent of marine stocks classified as underfished – 3.6 times higher than the global average.

Ocean mineral hunt sparks legal chaos and threatens unknown species.

National renewable energy policies and domestic political disputes could further delay several of these projects, which overlap with biodiverse marine areas, found the Global Energy Monitor. Energy experts advocate focusing on renewable energy development instead.

Most offshore oil and gas projects in 2024 were linked to widespread pollution, with satellite data revealing frequent oil slicks, high transportation emissions and extensive methane flaring.

By Regina Lam

By Alex Shaw

By Irfan Maulana

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Addressing the global crisis of maritime plastic pollution will require mobilising investment and support to reduce the production of single-use plastics, increasing the lifespan of plastic objects and promoting reuse and reparability. By Romain Troublé

Unlocking the full potential of the sustainable ocean economy will require bold investments, policy reform and coordinated action to bridge the growing blue finance gap. By Alfredo Giron

Countries which govern half the world's territorial oceans have yet to integrate ocean-focused solutions into their nationally determined contributions, or NDCs, due for an update by February 2025. By Ilana Seid

Bali has a unique opportunity to address plastic waste by integrating sustainable practices into the tourism experience. By Attar Hikmahtiar Ramadan, Elprida Agustina and Emenda Sembiring

By Karen Sack

By Liz Ritchie-Tyo

By Dr Bernard Njindan Iyke

By Lye Liang Fook

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The vessel will scour Southeast Asia’s marine environment to gather data and support local conservationists.

Exclusive Jack Johnson says yes, but it is a long road ahead. In this exclusive interview, we ask the American singer-songwriter and UNEP Goodwill Ambassador about his hopes for the state of the world and how music plays a role in providing a dose of optimism in dark times.

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EB Studio Plastic waste is flooding the planet. Instead of waiting for regulation to drive change, give value to recyclables and mobilise the people, says Plastic Bank.

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