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PIK_climate @pik-potsdam.bsky.social · Jul 16

Healthy planet, healthy people: scientists from planetary boundaries & planetary health call for a framework linking climate, biodiversity & pollution to health risks. New @thelancet.com comment by PIK director Johan Rockström, Oskar Masztalerz & Sam Myers.
www.pik-potsdam.de/en/news/late...

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Jul 9

From economy of occupation to economy of genocide – (A/HRC/59/23) Report of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967 @franceskalbs.bsky.social (Advance unedited version) -
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From economy of occupation to economy of genocide - (A/HRC/59/23) Report of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967 (Advance unedited...

To learn more about Special Procedures of the UN Human Rights Council and the Question of Palestine, click here to visit the dedicated webpage. Human Rights Council Fifty-ninth session 16 June–11 July...

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Mongabay @mongabay.com · Jul 1

Bank financing for the fossil fuel sector rose by $162.5 billion in 2024, more than 20% compared to 2023, according to a Rainforest Action Network report.

Experts say the findings demonstrate the limits of voluntary climate-related commitments by the banking industry.

Banks bet big on fossil fuels, boosting financing in 2024, report finds

Financing for the fossil fuel sector from the world’s largest banks surged in 2024 to $869 billion, according to a recent report by the Rainforest Action Network (RAN) and other environmental groups.…

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ICES - International Council for the Exploration of the Sea @icesmarine.bsky.social · Jul 2

Last week, we took part in #MARE2025, an inspiring week that brought together the marine social science community 🌐👥

It was great connecting with so many early-career scientists through our different activities 💡

Thanks to all who joined us & to @marecentre.bsky.social for organizing! 🌊

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Mongabay @mongabay.com · May 1

U.S. influence at fisheries and oceans fora appear to be waning during the second Trump administration, which could compromise fisheries health and marine conservation, experts say.

Under Trump, US retreats from global fisheries and oceans leadership

This is Part 2 of a two-part series on fisheries management and oceans governance under the second Trump administration, which took office Jan. 20. Part 1 looks at the potential impacts that cuts and…

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Mongabay @mongabay.com · Apr 25

Damu’s Heritage Dine is quietly leading a food revolution.

Their mission: bringing ancient mountain flavors back to life, one traditional dish at a time.

Run by a group of Monpa women in Arunachal Pradesh, this diner is encouraging a revival of sustainable farming & the preservation of forests.

How a remote diner in India is fueling a culinary and ecological revival

CHUNG VALLEY, India — Tucked away in the remote Chug Valley of Northeast India, Damu’s Heritage Dine is quietly leading a food revolution. Run by a group of Monpa women in the West Kameng district of…

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Apr 14

We identified strong legislation and state-industry collaboration, yet also argue that there is a need to enhance coordination and civil society engagement to address the systematic issues in salmon production.

Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Apr 14

The AGI is a social scientific assessment framework that allows for explorative & explanatory research and can serve as a deliberative tool for stakeholders. We showcase application of the AGI framework through the case of disease management in three salmon producing countries: Norway, Chile, Canada

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Apr 14

Our article presents a comprehensive set of governance indicators developed to capture not only state-led processes, but also collaborative dynamics between government, industry and civil society organizations, focusing on environmental challenges associated with fish farming practices.

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Apr 14

🚨New publication alert! Happy to have this paper out in @plos.org Sustainability & Transformation on assessing governance performance of #aquaculture (led by Hilde Toonen @w-u-r.bsky.social) presenting the Aquaculture Governance Indicator (AGI) framework
🔗https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pstr.0000165

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Centre for Maritime Research - www.marecentre.nl @marecentre.bsky.social · Feb 28

Dear all, we have also transitioned from twitter to bluesky :-) it would be great to find our followers back here. So please follow us and spread the news! We will be communicating about the MARE conference👇 and other MARE news via Linkedin and Bluesky!

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ICES - International Council for the Exploration of the Sea @icesmarine.bsky.social · Feb 26

In 200 days, #ICESASC25 kicks off in Klaipeda, Lithuania!
Are you joining us?
The Call for abstracts is open.
Submit your abstract by 17 March to take part in the marine science event of the year!
Check out the 18 theme sessions on offer this year - www.ices.dk/events/asc/2...

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Nathalie Steins @nathaliesteins.bsky.social · Feb 26

Only 2 spots available for our Social Science for Natural Scientists training @icesmarine.bsky.social ! Be quick if you want to secure a place. #MarSocSci 🔽

ICES - International Council for the Exploration of the Sea @icesmarine.bsky.social · Jan 28

🌊 Natural scientists
Build your confidence in applying social science to fisheries research
Register now for our Social science methods for natural scientists training course!
🗣 Join @marloeskraan.bsky.social & @nathaliesteins.bsky.social 📅11-14 March 2025🌍The Hague
ℹ www.ices.dk/events/Train...

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Feb 17

LOVE the image / infographic!

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ICES - International Council for the Exploration of the Sea @icesmarine.bsky.social · Feb 14

🐟 Do you have experience in quantitative stock assessment, with a strong fisheries or related environmental sciences background?
We are recruiting an Advice Department Professional Officer
📅 12-month contract
📍 ICES Secretariat, Copenhagen, Denmark
🔔Apply by 16 February
www.ices.dk/about-ICES/J...

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Feb 14

I recognize this is such a minor quibble (in relation to the topic) but that cover photo is of a nuclear power station and most of what is being released there is steam from water vapour 😅 @politico.eu

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Tyler Eddy @thelifeaquatic.xyz · Feb 4

Four PhD scholarships to work on the Transforming Climate Action Project in collaboration with Dal, Laval, & UQAR

Based at the Fisheries & Marine Institute, Memorial University in St. John's, Newfoundland 🇨🇦

Apply by March 31, 2025:
thelifeaquatic.xyz/opportunities

#PhD #climatechange

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HIFMB @hifmb.de · Feb 13

The 1st episode of our podcast mini-series #SocialScienceMatters was released today. This episode tackles the fundamental question: What is social science & why does it matter for marine research?
Enjoy listening: hifmb.podbean.com/e/social-sci...
#sciencepodcat #marineresearch #marinegovernance

Social Science Matters 01 - What is Social Science and Marine Social Science? | You, Me & HIFMB - Stories of Science and the Sea

Episode overview This episode tackles the fundamental question: What is social science, and why does it matter for marine research? We first (try to) define social science, discussing the various disc...

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Robert McSweeney @rtmcswee.carbonbrief.org · Feb 12

The deadline is 9AM GMT on Monday, so not long left to apply!

Carbon Brief @carbonbrief.org · Jan 15

New #vacancy 🚨

➡️ Do you know how to find, process and analyse data?
➡️ Can you spot opportunities to use data to inform topical talking points?
➡️ Do you want to contribute to accurate reporting of climate change and energy?

Apply for the data analyst position here ⬇️

Vacancy: Data analyst - Carbon Brief

Carbon Brief is seeking a skilled data analyst to support our award-winning journalism. You’ll help...

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Feb 11

📢 🚨JOB ALERT 🚨 📢Come join my Department! Assistant professor in Energy Planning at Aalborg University (Copenhagen campus)

👇 Job posting details below 👇
www.vacancies.aau.dk/scientific-p...

Link to application: app.researchplanner.net/Peoplexs22/C...

#EnergyPlanning @academic-chatter.bsky.social

Assistant professor in Energy Planning (2025-224-06203)

www.vacancies.aau.dk

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Ambio - A Journal of Environment and Society @ambio-journal.bsky.social · Feb 3

New publication:
Exploring the dynamic functions of pastoral traditional knowledge

Open access link: link.springer.com/article/10.1...

Exploring the dynamic functions of pastoral traditional knowledge - Ambio

Pastoral traditional knowledge is increasingly recognized for its inherent adaptability in addressing contemporary challenges and increasing the resilience of pastoral communities. To deepen our under...

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ICES - International Council for the Exploration of the Sea @icesmarine.bsky.social · Feb 3

Our marine science community has many fantastic and inspirational scientists.
🌟 Who inspires you?
🏆Make your nominations for ICES Outstanding Achievement Award 2025 until 1 April
www.ices.dk/news-and-eve...

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Jan 29

Deadline is 2 days away! Get your abstracts in by the 31st for the 2025 MARE People and the Sea Conference! 🌊👩‍👩‍👧‍👦
See details in my earlier post below 👇 #MarSocSci #MARE2025

Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Jan 13

Deadline for the call for papers and panels for the 2025 MARE People and the Sea XIII Conference is approaching on January 31st!
Theme: “Tensions, Trade-offs, and Transformation for the Ocean Decade and Beyond”
Location: University of Amsterdam
Date: June 24-27, 2025
marecentre.nl/call-for-pap...

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Furqan Asif @furqanasif.bsky.social · Jan 13

Deadline for the call for papers and panels for the 2025 MARE People and the Sea XIII Conference is approaching on January 31st!
Theme: “Tensions, Trade-offs, and Transformation for the Ocean Decade and Beyond”
Location: University of Amsterdam
Date: June 24-27, 2025
marecentre.nl/call-for-pap...

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Global Change Biology @globalchangebio.bsky.social · Jan 13

OUT NOW
Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Agriculture: Pathways to Sustainable Reductions

📄 https://buff.ly/3W2DVDQ

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