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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 3d

🌊 Join us virtually for Florida Climate Week 🌊

Our panel will explore how engaging young people in advocacy and policy change around single-use plastics is a powerful entry point into broader climate action.

Register now (it's free!): https://bit.ly/4nrJSpw #FloridaClimateWeek

Florida Climate Week - Youth Leadership as a Catalyst for Climate Action

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 3d

🌊 Join us virtually for Florida Climate Week 🌊

Our panel will explore how engaging young people in advocacy and policy change around single-use plastics is a powerful entry point into broader climate action.

Register now (it's free!): https://bit.ly/4nrJSpw #FloridaClimateWeek

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 5d

🌊 NEW WAVES, SAME MISSION 🌊

We've refreshed our brand and launched a new website! Same unwavering commitment to ocean protection, now with a bold new look that matches the urgency of our work.

Explore our new digital home: OceanConservancy.org

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 6d

Exciting news coming TOMORROW! 🎉

Be sure to tune in tomorrow to learn all about what we’ve been working so hard on.

We can’t wait to share it with you! ⏰

Photo by Gregory Piper via Ocean Image Bank

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 7d

🌊 Stop scrolling ... 🌊

Time for a baby dolphin ✨ timeline cleanse! ✨

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 7d

🌊 Stop scrolling ... 🌊

Time for a baby dolphin ✨ timeline cleanse! ✨

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 9d

We’ve been keeping a secret… 👀

Tune in THIS FRIDAY, 10/3 for some exciting news we've been waiting a LONG time to share with you all! 🌊⏳🗞️

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 9d

A successful New York Climate Week is in the books! Watch our Director of International Climate and Clean Energy @shaminis.bsky.social break down some of what we accomplished. https://bit.ly/3YqjgtT #ClimateWeekNYC

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 10d

That's why we're calling on Congress to push back on the deepest proposed cuts and ensure NOAA's vital work is funded.

Read more from our Director of Florida Conservation, Jon Paul Brooker, in the @tampabaytimes.bsky.social: www.tampabay.com/viewpoints/2... /🧵

Cutting NOAA will hurt hurricane preparedness in Florida | Column

Storm forecasting has improved in the last 20 years. Why go backward now?

www.tampabay.com

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 10d

Hurricane forecasting has improved over the last 20 years, but that progress is now at risk.

The administration has already eliminated hundreds of jobs at NOAA, including in the National Weather Service and the National Hurricane Center.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 10d

This is an important reminder amidst a predicted "above average" hurricane season, and as the president's proposed budget looks to slash funding for @noaa.gov. www.noaa.gov/news-release...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 10d

One year after Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused catastrophic damage and killed hundreds, countless Floridians are still recovering and rebuilding—rebuilding their lives, their homes, their businesses and more. 🧵👇 www.tampabay.com/viewpoints/2...

Cutting NOAA will hurt hurricane preparedness in Florida | Column

Storm forecasting has improved in the last 20 years. Why go backward now?

www.tampabay.com

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 13d

Read more about her vital work in @forbes.com: www.forbes.com/profile/barb...

#ClimateWeekNYC

Barbara 'Wáahlaal Gíidaak Blake

Barbara 'Wáahlaal Gíidaak Blake on the 2025 Sustainability Leaders - In June 2025, Barbara 'Wáahlaal Gíidaak Blake co-led a global effort of 1,000 scientists

www.forbes.com

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 13d

After being named a 2025 @forbes.com Sustainability Leader, our VP for Arctic & Northern Waters 'Wáahlaal Gíidaak Barbara Blake spoke at Forbes' #ClimateWeekNYC Sustainability Leaders Summit on climate justice and the importance of embracing ancestral Indigenous perspectives in ocean conservation.

'Wáahlaal Gíidaak Barbara Blake at the Forbes Sustainability Leaders Summit at New York Climate Week 2025

'Wáahlaal Gíidaak Barbara Blake and Rebecca Robbins Gisclair at the Forbes Sustainability Leaders Summit at New York Climate Week 2025

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 13d

Check out John’s personal video describing why he’s getting involved in our movement. 🎥

Join #TeamOcean now:
🔗 ProtectWhereWePlay.com

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 13d

Mad Men star John Slattery is taking on one of his most important roles yet: ocean advocate! 🌊

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 15d

Kudos to the leaders, lawmakers and NGOs who championed to make this a reality.

We look forward to working with countries on effective implementation of the treaty so we can deliver on our commitment to protecting our ocean, forever and for everyone.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 15d

In short, the High Seas Treaty is an internationally legally binding agreement that protects our ocean and its biodiversity in international waters.

Read more: apnews.com/article/high...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 15d

HUGE news: The High Seas Treaty has been ratified and will go into effect next year. This is a historic win for our ocean and planet! 🎉

So, what does this mean? 🤔 ⤵️

Nations ratify the world's first treaty to protect international waters

The first treaty to protect marine diversity in international waters will come into force early next year after being ratified by the 60th nation, Morocco.

apnews.com

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 16d

Visit ProtectWhereWePlay.com to learn more and join the wave to protect our ocean, forever and for everyone! ⛵️ #ProtectWhereWePlay #TeamOcean

Protect Where We Play | Join Team Ocean Today

Protect Where We Play is an Ocean Conservancy initiative to turn our passion for sports, art and music into action. Join Team Ocean today!

ProtectWhereWePlay.com

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 16d

The Hawaiian-born 3X world champion surfer and sailing enthusiast shared that the ocean is his life's greatest gift, and his goal is to help take care of it for future generations.

We are stoked to see this long-time ocean advocate rally fans worldwide to protect our ocean. #ProtectWhereWePlay

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 16d

We're excited to welcome John John Florence as our newest Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Captain! 🌊

#ProtectWhereWePlay #TeamOcean

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 16d

We’re off to #ClimateWeekNYC with our partners @ocean-climate.bsky.social & @worldresources.bsky.social to advance the Blue NDC Challenge, a landmark initiative calling on global governments to put our ocean at the heart of their climate plans.

Learn more: oceanconservancy.org/climate/blue...

Blue NDC Challenge: Ocean Solutions for Global Climate Action - Ocean Conservancy

Join the Blue NDC Challenge and integrate ocean-based climate solutions into NDCs for climate, nature and people.

oceanconservancy.org

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 20d

✨🌊 FIN-CREDIBLE NEWS 🌊✨

Our VP for Arctic & Northern Waters ‘Wáahlaal Gíidaak Barbara Blake was honored as a 2025 @forbes.com Sustainability Leader for her work advancing protections for the Central Arctic Ocean, supporting Indigenous programs, protecting critical fisheries and more.

NEWS: ‘Wáahlaal Gíidaak Barbara Blake Honored As 2025 Forbes Sustainability Leader - Ocean Conservancy

Announcement Recognizes Years of Work as a Leader on Local, Indigenous and Ocean Issues JUNEAU, ALASKA …

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 26d

Meet the newest team to the #ProtectWhereWePlay First Movers Roster: The United States SailGP Team! ⛵️

Hear how they’re making waves on and off the water to secure a healthy ocean, forever and for everyone. 🌊

Welcome to #TeamOcean, U.S. SailGP! 🏆

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