Sentences with phrase «marine conservation work»

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Wild Selections ® works to ensure a fish - full future and gives back to the oceans by donating 13 cents from every can sold to World Wildlife Fund marine conservation and fishery improvement projects.

In addition to guiding all aspects of NISC Secretariat operations, Jamie is currently providing the leadership necessary to develop an Arctic Invasive Alien Species (ARIAS) Strategy and Action Plan under the Arctic Council's Conservation of Flora and Fauna (CAFF) and Protection of the Marine Environment (PAME) working groups; produce a documentary on invasive species entitled, Protecting What Matters; establish an annual Innovation Summit to advance U.S. scientific and technical capacities to address the most pressing invasive species issues; and raise the capacity of other governments to more effectively institutionalize invasive species programs.

«Our work provides the first real - world experimental evidence that these natural enemies of plants can play a dramatic role in lowering ecosystems» tipping point by killing drought - weakened vegetation and preventing plants from recovering,» said Brian R. Silliman, Rachel Carson Associate Professor of Marine Conservation Biology at Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment.

Exposure to PAHs early in an organism's life cycle can also lead to infertility and a host of developmental problems, says Jeffrey Short, an environmental chemist based in Juneau, Alaska, who works with the marine conservation organization Oceana.

«Given the importance of green turtles to Nicaragua's past, present and future, we encourage the communities, governmental agencies, and conservation groups to take measures that conserve and sustain these globally threatened populations, and to work together to ensure that the communities have alternative sources of protein and income into the future,» said Dr. Caleb McClennen, Director of WCS's Marine Program.

The recent spike in the number of juvenile great white sharks off California's coast is a strong indication that marine life conservation efforts are working, says Dr. Chris Lowe, director of the Cal State Long Beach Shark Lab (pictured releasing a juvenile shark).

The initiative brings together leading ocean, climate and marine scientists to develop a list of the 50 most critical coral reefs to protect, while leading conservation practitioners are working together to establish the best practices to protect these reefs.

Amélie works in the realm of marine and coastal ecology and conservation and her research interests include the use of spatial tools (GIS, spatio - temporal analyses, bio-logging, habitat mapping) to understand and mitigate impacts of anthropogenic activities and changes on wildlife and natural values.

All animal - related work reported in this manuscript was permitted under the U.S. Marine Mammal Protection Act by the National Marine Fisheries Service Permit 808 — 1735, the Antarctic Conservation Act Permit 2009 - 014, and Duke University Institutional Animal Care and Use Permit A041 -09-02.

The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR), the Council of Managers of National Antarctic Programs (COMNAP) and the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) are working together to attract talented early - career researchers, scientists, engineers and other professionals to strengthen international capacity and cooperation in fields such as climate, biodiversity, conservation, humanities and astrophysiConservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) are working together to attract talented early - career researchers, scientists, engineers and other professionals to strengthen international capacity and cooperation in fields such as climate, biodiversity, conservation, humanities and astrophysiconservation, humanities and astrophysics research.

The medal was awarded to H.E. Ban Ki - Moon for his work in securing the successful launch of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the stand - alone goal on the oceans — SDG 14 concerning the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Oceans, Seas & Marine Resources for Sustainable Development.

Orla works in a dynamic environment managing the advancement of numerous research projects, as well as seeking the ongoing input and advice of scientists, marine transportation industries, conservation groups, First Nations individuals and government agencies in finding real world vessel noise reduction solutions.

Starting as an intern marine ornithologist working on the Farallon Islands in 1981, Bill spent 15 years as the Director of Marine Ecology at PRBO Conservation Science before establishing the Farallon Instmarine ornithologist working on the Farallon Islands in 1981, Bill spent 15 years as the Director of Marine Ecology at PRBO Conservation Science before establishing the Farallon InstMarine Ecology at PRBO Conservation Science before establishing the Farallon Institute.

He was elected as a Pew Fellow in marine conservation for his work in the Patagonian Sea, where he focuses on the biology of marine mammals at Peninsula Valdes, in Argentina.

All our conservation programs and activities work toward the following goals: Protected high conservation value marine and coastal areas, low - impact sustainable fisheries, reduced negative impacts and risks of shipping, doubling of the wild tiger populations of Nepal, responsible development solutions that conserve wildlife, community - level habitat - friendly renewable energy, land - use management to support a low - carbon economy, and one in 10 Canadians caring for nature.

«We applaud Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre for the excellent work for and stewardship of the magnificent animals in their care,» said Dr. Kwane Stewart, chief veterinary officer for the American Humane Humane Conservation program.

I have worked for a Marine Conservation Project in Mexico, managed a dive center in Vietnam and worked as an Instructor in Utila, Honduras before arriving in Beautiful Bali.

As a leader in marine mammal conservation and research, Georgia Aquarium is committed to working with beluga whales both in our care and in their natural habitats.

The Gili Eco Trust coordinates the reef conservation programmes, working along with the Indonesian Marine Conservation and Fisheries (DKP) and the head of the Trust oversees the Biorock projects around conservation programmes, working along with the Indonesian Marine Conservation and Fisheries (DKP) and the head of the Trust oversees the Biorock projects around Conservation and Fisheries (DKP) and the head of the Trust oversees the Biorock projects around the islands.

Tonight, we'll meet a representative of Misión Tiburón Association, a local non-profit organization working for the conservation of sharks and other marine life.

Assist the Research Team of the Gili Shark & Marine Conservation Project, who work on a variety of marine citizen science research projects with the aim of improving shark populations and awareness in the Gili Islands and IndoMarine Conservation Project, who work on a variety of marine citizen science research projects with the aim of improving shark populations and awareness in the Gili Islands and Indomarine citizen science research projects with the aim of improving shark populations and awareness in the Gili Islands and Indonesia.

 Research grants were also given to Wilber Martinez for work on the Ecology of Conservation of the BairdÂ's Tapir and Alex Anderson for research on the Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve Queen Conch.

Georgia Aquarium Conservation Field Station (GACFS) is a member of the National Marine Fisheries Service Marine Mammal Stranding Network, which allows the Station to work with a variety of government agencies and non-profit institutions in response to large animal strandings or distress calls.

Get qualified in Mozambique working alongside our marine biologists & founder, helping with conservation through research, education and diving, collecting.

These patrols are the work of SATGAS and the Marine Conservation Agency.

Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)-- CORAL promotes coral reef conservation around the world by working with the dive industry, governments, local communities and other organizations to protect and manage coral reefs, establish marine parks, fund conservation efforts, and raise public awareness.

Education is another way Channel Islands National Park works to foster marine resource conservation and stewardship.

Day 4 Thursday - Drawaqa IslandCruise to Drawaqa Island Where our Marine Biologist joins us for a presentation about the local marine life and the volunteer conservation work carried out in theMarine Biologist joins us for a presentation about the local marine life and the volunteer conservation work carried out in themarine life and the volunteer conservation work carried out in the area.

Start to act as the guiding light in working for reef conservation worldwide with a department for helping members in setting up marine parks, working with and petitioning authorities to act to protect underwater environments.

«But this destructive fishing is not practised anymore since we have established a marine park area (MPA) here working with the Lombok marine conservation office Kelesterian Laut (KSDA),» said Delphine Robbe, manager of Gili EcoTrust.

Kristen Hislop is the Marine Conservation Program Director at the Environmental Defense Center (EDC) and also works with Monterey Bay Aquarium's Seafood Watch program as a consulting researcher.

«The Marine Mammal Center is delighted that Dr. Simeone has accepted this critical role,» said Jeff Boehm, executive director of The Marine Mammal Center based in Sausalito, Calif. «Dr. Simeone's leadership in this role will allow the center to expand its important work to save this endangered species and engage with the community on matters of ocean conservation and education.»

He then worked for ten years in NOAA Fisheries» Santa Rosa, California field office, focusing on the conservation and restoration of marine and freshwater fish habitat.

The working group consisted of a diverse group of stakeholders, including representatives from the Department of Defense, the United States Coast Guard, Channel Islands National Park, NOAA NMFS, the Marine Exchange of Southern California (Mx SoCal), the shipping industry, Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District, and the tourism, research, and conservation communities.

She mentored young children to help them achieve their career goal of diving and marine conservation, and she has a full grasp on working in resorts as she spent nearly 5 years across all Stuarts Cove Dive Bahamas locations.

Just days after the Hol Chan Marine Reserve was awarded almost $ 200,000 to continue its conservation work, the organization has been called to the aid of a loggerhead turtle.

Kristen is a co-chair of the Santa Barbara Channel Marine Protected Area (MPA) Collaborative and, as the Conservation member on the SAC, she is also the chair of the Conservation Working Group.

They are NEAP (National Eco Tourism Accreditation Program) member and work closely with marine researchers, conservation and protection agencies.

Don was also The Cayman Islands Marine Conservation Board Chairman for many years and worked on developing The Caymans Islands Marine Parks System.

In addition to their other conservation efforts, Macías and Whale Shark México have worked with tourist companies to promote sustainable marine - based tourist activities.

She is determined to work at Old Barney's Aquarium, the largest marine conservation center in the world.

Among them are Dan Whittle of the Environmental Defense Fund, who's been working there for many years, and Erica Goode of The Times, who talked to the class about her 2015 reporting on marine conservation in Cuba.

Idechong was awarded the Prize in 1995 for his work to create an innovative model of marine conservation that combines traditional and modern knowledge.

In 2013, Moore's Marine Conservation Initiative gave $ 659,238 to the University of Rhode Island's Graduate School of Oceanography, where Dr. Sandra Whitehouse earned her PhD in biological oceanography and where she worked with what became its Coastal Resource Center, beneficiary of the grant.

I am moved by your solidarity, excellent research, and political seriousness, and I am eager to work closely with you to guard marine wildlife and ecosystems, promote conservation, and protect both fishing and seafood for future generations,» said Jamie Raskin.

While at the Bren School, the fellows have worked on thesis projects ranging from vaquita conservation in the Gulf of California, to artisanal anchoveta fleet management options in Peru and using eco-tourism in Colombia to mitigate negative marine impacts.

Ryan Dolan of Pew's global penguin conservation campaign at work during his August 2016 voyage on a research vessel chartered by the U.S. Antarctic Marine Living Resources program.

Also welcomes the work undertaken by the International Whaling Commission on assessing the impacts of marine debris on cetaceans and the endorsement by the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals at its tenth meeting of resolution 10.4, addressing the impacts of marine debris on migratory species; 14.

Klein is currently working on several land - sea conservation planning projects in which she is studying how such land - based activities as farming, mining, and coastal development impact marine ecosystems and using the information to inform marine and terrestrial management decisions.

After college, she worked around the world in the sports industry, managing projects for organizations including the PGA TOUR, Ryder Cup, NFL and the World Surf League before shifting her career into ocean conservation with a focus on marine plastic pollution.