Systemic approaches for the protection of our oceans and marine environments

npj Climate Action 2026 Open access

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Authors: Phoebe Koundouri, Ebun Akinsete, Tony Capon, Rita R. Colwell, Adel S. El-Beltagy, Ismahane A. Elouafi, Jim Falk, Alberto Naveira Garabato, Charles F. Kennel, Conrad Landis, Margaret Leinen, A. Mashayek
+5 more Cherry Ann Murray, Ismail Serageldin, Kazuhiko Takeuchi, Makoto Taniguchi, Eleni Toli
DOI: 10.1038/s44168-026-00341-x
Cited by: 1
References: 7

Abstract

Protecting our oceans and advancing a sustainable blue economy require in-depth understanding of marine systems, driven by robust ocean observation, monitoring and valuation. Yet collecting reliable data remains time- and resource-intensive. This data is vital for scientists, emergency responders, and decision-makers to support early-warning systems and emerging tools like digital twins. Stronger support is therefore needed for data collection and its integration into systemic, innovative, and stakeholder-engaged ocean observation efforts.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Coastal and Marine Management Oil Spill Detection and Mitigation Geographic Information Systems Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
npj Climate Action
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
5
Issue
1
Pages
13–13
Publication date
28 January 2026
Language
EN