Blue Economy

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[Blue Economy @BlueSeychelles]

Smart, Resilient Investments Key to Jobs and Growth in Seychelles, New World Bank Group Report Finds https://t.co/tHJV471AmN

[UNDP Seychelles @UNDPSeychelles]

@UNDP @adaptationfund @UNDPAfrica @NatureSey @SPGA_Official @BlueSeychelles @SeychellesMACCE @StateHouseSey @SeychellesFAD [2/2] During site visits, partners showcased innovative coral‑reef rehabilitation efforts, including restoration efforts in land & ocean nurseries and climate‑resilient coral cultivation techniques.

The mission also included a session on project financing & development🪸🌍

[The Seychelles Islands @visitseychelles]

Discover the unique #wildlife of the #OuterIslands of #Seychelles! From the vibrant #Aldabra tortoises to the stunning bird species that call these islands home, nature’s treasures await ✨

📸 by Vanessa Lucas

#seychellesislands #experienceseychelles #visitseychelles #nature

[Nature Seychelles @NatureSey]

Today, we’re digging into one of the most vibrant habitats on our planet: #wetland mud, which often comes with a ‘rotten egg’ odour. But have you ever wondered why some wetlands have this smell? 🤔 Swipe to learn more 👇

[Blue Economy @BlueSeychelles]

The mega coral - which is a collection of many connected, tiny creatures that together form one organism rather than a reef - could be more than 300 years old. https://t.co/W7SYnnNxPp

[Oceana @oceana]

From sea turtles to marine iguanas, a surprising variety of reptiles can be found in our oceans! 🐍🐢🦎

This #NationalReptileAwarenessDay, discover more about this array of animals under the waves with our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://t.co/XjEh0VVT5N

[SeychellesNewsAgency @SeyNewsAgency]

EU confirms additional grant of €77 million for Seychelles' Port Victoria extension https://t.co/2fZe7DzjFA

[IUCN @IUCN]

Coastal blue carbon ecosystems are critical for biodiversity, food security, livelihoods and human wellbeing.🌊

Our International Policy Framework for Blue Carbon Ecosystems highlights opportunities for #BlueCarbon action in international policy.

➡️ https://t.co/BtKcEdIJgJ

[Nature Seychelles @NatureSey]

If #coralreefs disappear, ecosystem services will be lost🪸 They support 25% of #ocean life🪸They protect coastlines from erosion & storms 🪸Fisheries and #tourism depend on them. 🪸They help in #climate resilience, & adaptation. Life is better in colour https://t.co/Kc3fi8906r

[Nature Seychelles @NatureSey]

Up for a challenge? Dive into #coralreef #restoration with our Reef Rescuers team. We have an opportunity for 2 #volunteer Scientific Divers based on Praslin, #Seychelles Please share! https://t.co/Ww5WwBUzNI
#ClimateCrisis #ClimateAction #ocean

[kim cook @kimeok18]

It’s no secret: plastics are bad for our environment, our oceans, and marine life. This #PlasticFreeJuly, join @Oceana to protect our oceans & turn the tide against plastic pollution. Visit: https://t.co/IbBhumFnHf https://t.co/st8Csigs51

[Blue Economy @BlueSeychelles]

Here's a neat infographic about the things you can do to help #CoralReefs from at @NOAA

[CMA CGM Group @cmacgm]

#WorldOceansDay | #CMACGM is opening 5 new coral nurseries as part of our Reef Recovery program in Australia, the USA, the Philippines and the Seychelles.

This announcement follows our first initiative with the @RRF_GBR, off the Great Barrier Reef!

📲 https://t.co/Kl26jdXeYG

[Nature Seychelles @NatureSey]

Happy #worldoceansday This is how we are working together to protect and revitalise the #ocean and everything it sustains.

#RevitalizeTheOcean #oceansday #climatechange #ClimateCrisis #ClimateActionNow

[CGTN Africa @cgtnafrica]

How is #climatechange affecting #Seychelles what are the key vulnerabilities and adaptation measures being taken and what effort is the island nation making to defend its greatest resource – the ocean? All these questions and more answered on #TalkAfrica https://t.co/3Q2gePInXQ

[NOAA Fisheries NE/MA @NOAAFish_GARFO]

Welcome to #OceanMonth! About 97% of the earth's water is in the ocean, with the ocean covering more than 70% of the surface of our planet. We spend this month celebrating the ocean, and the majestic creatures of our oceans. https://t.co/I1GUTZaU5S

[Nature Seychelles @NatureSey]

Our science officer found an albino Hawksbill #turtle hatchling during a nest excavation on Cousin Island #Seychelles The hatchling did not survive. A melanin deficiency causes a lack of colour. 1/2 #nature #conservation #criticallyendangered #species #animals #wildlife

[Isabel Wetzel @IsabelShirin]

#Coastalcities are gateways of trade, transport & labor for countries in the Western Indian Ocean region & sites of key #blueeconomy activity & infrastructure. Read our 6 new publications on cities & blue economy we launched yesterday with @WIOMSA here 👉🏽 https://t.co/VrLcZ8GKOG

[WIOMSA @wiomsa]

2021 is soon coming to an end and before we start to look forward into 2022 we will take a look back at WIOMSAs 2020 through our recently published annual report!

Stay tuned for posts featuring our activities and achievements during 2020.

[WIOMSA @wiomsa]

Issue 13 of the WIOMSA Magazine is out now! It’s focusing on “WIO Marine Conservation: people, progress, prospects”, and has been inspired by @wiompan . We are delighted that the renowned @SylviaEarle has written the foreword to Issue 13!