News from the Sea
(and occasionally the other 30% of the planet)
With marine life playing such a pivotal role in ocean health and providing a host of benefits for the planet, data on life below the surface can help drive informed decision-making. Across the European Union (EU), research infrastructure, large-scale research projects, and intergovernmental initiatives are harnessing marine life observations for a healthier ocean future.
The marine pollution problem may have only started in the 1950s, but it is already impacting every part of our ocean. Now, by harmonising data, standardising monitoring methods, leveraging technology, and harnessing the power of a global community, the Integrated Marine Debris Observing System (IMDOS) aims to support and strengthen marine debris research and inform action to tackle this growing global problem.
