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Baltic Marine Environment Protection Commission (HELCOM)

“I have cooperated with the Open Access Government editorial team in the past, and it was a pleasure to do so again for the April 2025 edition. The publication process was marked by clear and timely guidance as well as friendly and helpful editorial support. I look forward to...
Figure 1A. The carbon flow food web model of the southern Skagerrak comprises 18 interconnected compartments, with link thicknesses proportional to the feeding preferences of the receiving group. Icons indicate where offshore wind-mediated effects are incorporated into the model. B. Model area (1x1 km grid) in the southern Skagerrak between Denmark and Sweden, centred around the planned Poseidon offshore wind farm (blue). C. Estimated carbon content of the model compartments in the year 2000. - article: Disentangling risks and opportunities of offshore wind for marine ecosystems

Disentangling risks and opportunities of offshore wind for marine ecosystems

Offshore wind brings new challenges alongside new opportunities for marine governance. Ecosystem models help to shed light on the complex interplay between humans and nature.
World famous Cliffs of Moher, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Ireland. Aerial view of widely known tourist attraction on Wild Atlantic Way in County Clare.

Global agriculture, marine, and coastal areas focus

Open Access Government addresses salient global environmental challenges, in particular, on the topics of international agriculture, marine and coastal protection.
Rüdiger Strempel

Rüdiger Strempel – Baltic Marine Environment Protection Commission (HELCOM)

A lawyer by training, Rüdiger Strempel has been the Executive Secretary of the Baltic Marine Environment Commission (Helsinki Commission, HELCOM) since August 2019. He looks back on many years of experience in international environmental law, policy, and diplomacy, with a particular focus on international marine environmental issues. Strempel has previously held the...
an image that depicts commercial fishing

The fishing industry’s role in protecting the marine environment

Phil Haslam, Managing Director of the North Atlantic Fishing Company, argues that the fishing industry must delicately balance its essential food production role with the need to protect the marine environment.
The port of Grundsund, Sweden. Against the backdrop of a picturesque coastal town, the scene captures the rhythmic dance of fishing boats and sailboats, the lively comings and goings of maritime activities, and the enchanting blend of maritime tradition and modern seafaring life. The vibrant colors of the boats, the sounds of water lapping against the docks, and the lively atmosphere of the port showcase the dynamic heart of Grundsund, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the charm of this coastal gem.

Sustainability transformations in marine governance in Sweden via social learning

Dr. Angelo Jonas Imperiale and Dr. Uta Wehn describe the MISTRA C2B2 programme’s unique approach to promoting sustainability transformations in Sweden’s marine governance through social learning in Living Labs.
Figure 1. Schematic of underwater localisation of fishing gear by ID tag marking (DFG= discarded fishing gear).

Marine plastic litter vs clean and living water

Marine plastic pollution is a global crisis with increasing impacts on the environment, marine life, and human health. Multinational and national organisations are working to develop solutions that are accepted by all stakeholders connected to the marine environment and fishing industry.
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Marine fish species facing increased extinction risk

Researchers have revealed a significant increase in the extinction risk facing marine teleost fish species worldwide.
1-day RGB composite image of the Mediterranean Sea as observed by Sentinel 3A and 3B on July 14th, 2022. ©EUMETSAT [2024] phytoplankton

PETRI-MED: Enhancing marine phytoplankton diversity monitoring in the Mediterranean

Preserving biodiversity is crucial for sustaining life on Earth. Unfortunately, it is facing growing threats. Marco Talone and the PETRI-MED Team discuss their objectives for the PETRI-MED project and explain why it is urgently necessary.
Directly above of Obersee lake at summer in Berchtesgaden national park

Ancient plankton migration offers clues to future marine extinctions

Researchers have new insights into how marine communities responded to extreme global warming events millions of years ago.
Fig. 1 Sea surface temperature anomaly made using NOAA satellite data from July 1, 2015. A strong El Nino year and Blob co-occurred in the Pacific Ocean, creating warmer than usual temperatures (seen in red, orange, and yellow).

Seabirds and humpback whales give early warning to marine heatwaves

Lauren Bien from Prince William Sound Science Center and Mayumi Arimitsu from USGS, Alaska Science Center and additional contributors, John Moran and Rob Suryan, Alaska Fisheries Science Center explain how seabirds and humpback whales provide early warning signals during extreme marine heatwaves.
WindFloat Atlantic Project courtesy of Principle Power / Ocean Winds

Sustainable marine technologies and innovation – TFI Marine SeaSpring

TFI Marine places sustainable marine technologies and innovation under the spotlight, starting with a look at floating offshore wind.
beautiful sunset with orange sky in zeeland in summer, coastal sunset, illustrating a marine heatwave

Coastal fisheries resilient even throughout marine heat waves

Marine heat waves and prolonged periods of hot ocean temperatures have raised alarms for their detrimental impacts on marine ecosystems.
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Training bolsters Ukrainian marines in UK program

British commandos teamed up with Ukrainian Marines for a six-month training program in the UK enhancing their capabilities.

Satellite data reveals a severe marine heatwave in UK and Ireland

Satellite measurements have detected some of the most severe marine heatwave increases on Earth in the waters surrounding the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Thick fumes from ship funnel

Study finds combined ship emissions endanger marine environment

A study on the cumulative emissions of metals and environmentally hazardous substances from ships reveals that ship emissions drastically threaten the marine environment.
Underwater fiber-optic cable on ocean floor.

Protecting submarine cables for enhanced connectivity

Morten Eriksrud, at ASN Norway AS, looks to the protection of the global network of submarine cables and other critical subsea infrastructure.

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