A last-ditch COP30 agreement finally puts major oil and gas companies under pressure, avoiding total collapse of climate talks.
Europe’s shipping sector is burning more fuel on longer detours, driving emissions to a record high despite climate targets.
Global shipping owners, operators, and stakeholders have formed a new alliance to cut ocean plastics, pushing the industry toward cleaner, coordinated waste solutions.
Six countries pledged $58.5 million to help climate-vulnerable nations adapt as pressure builds ahead of COP30 negotiations.
A last-ditch COP30 agreement finally puts major oil and gas companies under pressure, avoiding total collapse of climate talks.
Europe’s shipping sector is burning more fuel on longer detours, driving emissions to a record high despite climate targets.
Global shipping owners, operators, and stakeholders have formed a new alliance to cut ocean plastics, pushing the industry toward cleaner, coordinated waste solutions.
Six countries pledged $58.5 million to help climate-vulnerable nations adapt as pressure builds ahead of COP30 negotiations.
The U.S. Department of Justice is intervening in a cruise-industry lawsuit to block Hawaii’s new “green fee,” arguing ships are being unfairly taxed.
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Canada finalizes stricter methane regulations to curb emissions from energy producers and landfills as part of its 2030 climate strategy.
Cruise ships in Alaska dump toxic waste from scrubbers, racking up hundreds of annual federal waste violations and jeopardizing marine food webs.
Global experts outline the five most urgent marine issues to drive negotiations and shape policy ahead of COP30.
Canada proposes new legal amendments targeting corporate greenwashing, aiming to increase accountability and protect consumers from deceptive sustainability claims.
The Nordic Council's call for action represents a critical opportunity for international cooperation to safeguard the Arctic.
The UK’s financial regulator plans new oversight of ESG rating agencies to boost transparency and reliability.
Despite fierce debate, the IMO reports progress toward its long-term decarbonization goals after a week of negotiations.
Major energy traders are steering maritime transport toward alternative fuels as markets shift away from oil.
Understanding climate change indicators can empower meaningful action toward future protections of the marine environments and coastal communities.
The ISO introduces a new biodiversity standard to guide corporate accountability and restore ecosystems through measurable global action.
Denmark intensifies inspections of aging, sanction-dodging oil tankers — targeting the shadow fleet polluting Baltic waters.
Rising temperatures and sea levels are overwhelming natural buffers, pushing coastal ecosystems beyond recovery thresholds.
A sweeping new study warns climate change now threatens the survival of all migratory marine species across global waters.
Scientists confirm ocean temperatures have reached alarming new highs — signaling an escalating climate emergency.
This year’s World Maritime Day focuses on marine safety, sustainable shipping, and the urgent shift toward cleaner practices.
A record number of corporate buyers plan to cut ties with environmentally irresponsible partners within the next two years.
Experts warn shipping’s 2030 decarbonization targets are slipping away as fossil fuel dependency and scrubber use persist.
Cruise lines cling to scrubbers, polluting oceans while selling “sustainability” as marketing fluff instead of meaningful reform.
An EPA plan could gut emissions transparency, ending public reporting requirements for U.S. businesses under current climate law.
The EU achieves a climate milestone — reversing greenhouse gas growth through binding policies and cross-sector emission cuts.
A landmark treaty was finally ratified — protecting two-thirds of the ocean beyond national borders for future generations.
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Repeated violations reveal the cruise industry’s dependence on scrubbers and its ongoing disregard for marine ecosystems and international law.
The IMO announces the 2025 World Maritime Day theme—a reminder that the ocean is more than just a transit route.
A collaborative initiative seeks to channel investments toward companies that conserve and restore nature while minimizing environmental harm.
With far-reaching implications, California Laws will mandate corporate accountability and transparency regarding emissions and climate-related financial risk reporting.
An Alaskan operator faces major penalties for repeated illegal oil discharges into marine waters.
Scrubbers reduce SO2 emissions, but contaminants removed from the exhaust are simply dumped into the ocean as toxic waste.
After 15 years of inaction, the IMO must require ships to switch to cleaner fuels to save the Arctic.
The Xpress Pearl is ordered to pay US$1 billion for causing the worst marine environmental disaster in the Indian Ocean.
Shipowners are urged to assess their scrubber system and strategize ahead of the phased ban on discharge in OSPAR waters.
The UN High-Level Political Forum concluded July 23rd calling for urgent action to accelerate further progress on the SDGs.
Vancouver and Prince Rupert ports have open-loop scrubber bans in place. Why is Ottawa dragging its feet?
OSPAR Ministers expand the OSPAR maritime area by 2.5 million km² to include Macaronesia waters.
The United States DOJ makes Eagle Shipping pay for their dumping deception and for trying to conceal their crime.
Environmental degradation, including air pollution and marine damage force port cities to push back as cruise tourism hits the limits.
Toxic wastewater from cruise ship scrubbers prompts Portland locals to push for an immediate ban before it’s too late.
As of July 1, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland began enforcing a ban on scrubber discharges in their territorial waters.
European nations ban toxic scrubber wastewater discharges in Atlantic waters. A landmark win in the fight for cleaner seas.
As the industry is funded, economic incentives for banks can help to slow marine pollution and biodiversity loss.
Norway and Switzerland sign first-ever carbon removal deal under Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement.
UN summit yields marine protection pledges, deep-sea mining pause, and new momentum for global ocean action.
The VLSFO industry is poised for sustained growth backed by regulatory pressure and technological advancement.
Following the UN Ocean Conference, the IMO Secretary General urges investment in clean fuels and green ports.
French court hears landmark greenwashing case against oil giant TotalEnergies, with major implications for ESG accountability.
China strengthens maritime pollution response rules to protect marine environments.
Sweden cracks down on unregulated shipping fleets to enforce environmental compliance.
Ireland is considering adopting OSPAR regulations to control ship scrubber discharges, aiming to reduce marine pollution by 2029.
The United Nations Ocean Conference. June 9-13 will be a critical moment in the fight to protect the ocean.
Researchers suggest an urgent need for cleaner fuels and call for a global ban on scrubber discharge.
A new report on Gen-Z and millennials shows just how important environmental sustainability is in their decisions.
Global asset managers fund the world's most carbon-intensive fossil fuel companies through investments marketed as “green”.
A Silversea Cruise was fined for violating the maritime regulations of Italy by taking the scenic route.
The Clean Arctic Alliance urges officials and member states to address the rise of super pollutants in the arctic.
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Hawaii is the latest state to sue Big Oil, claiming the industry was aware it would warm the planet.
A perfect storm drove global carbon emission from the container shipping industry to an all-time high.
With mass bleaching and warming seas threatening one of the world’s most iconic ecosystems, Australia faces mounting pressure to act.
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A federal judge has ruled that Florida is in violation of protection laws that led to the deaths of a record number of manatees in the state.
Two shipping firms are fined $1.85 million and banned from U.S. operations for illegal dumping and falsifying records.
Sweden's upcoming ban on scrubber water discharges, influenced by Chalmers researchers, marks a significant environmental policy advancement.
An EU audit reveals inadequate enforcement allows polluting ships to evade regulations, hindering the Union’s zero-pollution objectives.
The maritime industry faces a wave of regulatory changes in 2025, many of which stem from agreements and policies adopted in prior years.
While the IMO drags its feet, more states and countries move forward to establish their own scrubber bans and restrictions.
Chief Engineer is sentenced to prison for environmental crimes for violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (APPS)
Why give "The Ocean" a seat at the table? Dive into this expert Q&A to see how a marine research institute is redefining conservation leadership.
The world’s richest people generate more CO2 in 90 minutes than most people do in a lifetime!
The Ship Captain's claim he wasn’t on board when 1M liters of discharge was dumped didn’t sway the French Court.
Members of the group, Protect Virginia, call for restricted access to mega cruise ships in their ports based on levels of their discharge waste that far exceeds that of other cruise ships.
Members of MEPA attended a recent webinar lead by experts and co-hosts to learn about ECGS ("scrubber") pollution; particularly in areas like Alaska, where scrubber discharge is having catastrophic effects on their way of life.
Oil spills have devastating and long-lasting effects on the ocean and marine environment. Let's take an historic look back at the most disastrous spills to date.
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Will the global shipping industry be the first to see a mandated fee structure based on GHG emissions?
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