We have some exciting news. Starting on February 20, leaders from around the world will meet at the United Nations, where — after nearly 20 years of negotiations — they could finalize one of the most important protection measures in ocean history: the High Seas Treaty. We’ve been doing everything we can to move the treaty forward, which is why Only One is teaming up with Greenpeace, the High Seas Alliance, RISE UP, and Jane Fonda to deliver our High Seas petition to key decision-makers at the start of the conference. But in order to maximize our impact and secure the future of our ocean through this treaty being agreed, we need your help to raise the volume on this effort to new levels. Add your name to the High Seas petition — we are so close to reaching our goal of 200,000 signatures.
Positive news
Kelp helps: Canadian scientists are researching the importance of these brown algae in protecting sea creatures from human-made ocean noise that drowns out the natural soundscape. Using sound science experiments and underwater audio recordings, marine ecologist Kieran Cox is exploring how preserving and restoring kelp ecosystems could reduce sensory harm. Sound waves travel faster and further underwater than they do through air, with marine traffic creating a stressful environment for animals trying to navigate the ocean in peace. But kelp forests are helping to “conserve the soundscape,” providing promising field research and insight into the future of this large seaweed. | Source: The Narwhal
