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The investigation of the Rainbow Warrior bombing
On 11 July 1985, news spread of dramatic explosions on the Auckland waterfront. Greenpeace flagship the Rainbow Warrior had been sunk while moored at Marsden Wharf. One crew member, Fernando…
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Why did the French bomb the Rainbow Warrior?
The French government saw its nuclear testing programme as essential for France’s security. But negative publicity about the testing would put pressure on the French government to stop its programme. It wanted to stop the Rainbow Warrior’s upcoming anti-nuclear protest.
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The Energy Transfer SLAPP Lawsuit, and Why It Matters
Big Oil companies like Energy Transfer and corporate polluters all around the world have a new weapon they are using to silence anyone advocating for a just, green, and peaceful future: SLAPP lawsuits. In recent years, these Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) have been wielded by corporations attempting to suppress free speech and limit people…
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How can I tell if my tuna is sustainable?
For a particular seafood to be sustainable it needs to at least meet these requirements.
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Why the Sargasso Sea Needs the Global Ocean Treaty
You might be familiar with the legend of the Bermuda Triangle, known for the mysterious disappearances of ships and planes. However, beyond the myth lies the Sargasso Sea, a real and ecologically vital part of the ocean that deserves attention.
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Why Australia must protect the Great Barrier Reef from coral bleaching
Stretching over 2,300km and comprising approximately 3,000 individual reefs, the Great Barrier Reef stands as the largest coral system on our planet. Yet, despite its grandeur, it has relentlessly battled bleaching events in 1998, 2002, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2022 and now in 2024.
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How Can the Global Ocean Treaty Protect the Emperor Seamounts?
Deep beneath the northern Pacific Ocean lies a remote chain of more than 800 seamounts. These oases of life, known as the Emperor Seamounts, are home to a rich variety of cold-water corals and sponges, as well as smaller creatures like crustaceans and sea stars.
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Our new campaigning vessel
With the help of an incredibly generous donor, we’ve purchased a 68ft blue water sailing boat. It’s no leisure cruiser. It’s built for speed, for the open water, to take on those who threaten the future of our blue planet.
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Protecting the Galapagos and Beyond: The Role of the Global Ocean Treaty
The Galapagos Islands are renowned for their extraordinary biodiversity and unique ecosystems. Home to species like giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and hammerhead sharks, the Galapagos Islands serve as a living testament to the importance of marine conservation. The Galapagos Marine Reserve is one of the world’s most successful examples of ocean protection, safeguarding countless species…
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10 Eye-Opening Facts About Plastic
The world has produced an astonishing amount of plastic since the 1950s—roughly the same weight as 88 million blue whales. Despite its detrimental impacts on health, communities, biodiversity, and climate, global plastic production continues to rise. Here are some crucial facts about plastic production, waste, and the urgent need for effective solutions.