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Ocean Science and Integrated Ocean Policy

This workshop explores the importance of science in understanding and managing the ocean and its resources. Topics include ocean uses, impacts, and the role of science in effective ocean governance. Join us in developing an action plan for sustainable ocean management.

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Ocean Science and Integrated Ocean Policy

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  1. CPPS Workshop Bogota, Columbia Ocean Science and Integrated Ocean Policy Savi Narayanan Canada 28 October 2015

  2. Planet ocean • Vast • Deep • Dynamic • Mysterious • Dangerous • Fascinating • Rich

  3. Human Induced stresses - OCEAN USES • Fishing • Transportation • Recreation • Military • Mining • Energy • Communication • Coastal development • Waste Disposal

  4. PlusNatural causes Extreme events (severe storms, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and tsunamis, etc.) Climate variability and change and its different manifestations Ecosystem variability Population increase

  5. Impacts • Erosion, sedimentation • Habitat Destruction • Species at Risk • Acidification and hypoxia • Introduction of non-native species • Marine Pollution • Cumulative Effects of oil spill, Sewage, Mine tailings

  6. Good news is • Increasing awareness of the need for: • integrated approach • countries to join forces for trans-border consistency • government, industry & public sector partnership • Increased ‘ocean literacy’ • Information dissemination is easier than ever before • Faster networks • Applications allowing newsfeed on specific topics • Lessons from many national and regional discussions

  7. Role of science Science is fundamental to effective ocean governance • Understand the physical environment • Assess vulnerability to extreme events • Adapt to changing conditions • Take advantage of emerging opportunities while maintaining the overall environmental goals • com­petitiveness and innovation • Public buy-in

  8. What science is needed • Baseline monitoring and ocean mapping • Data and information management • Modelling and ocean products • Scientific research • Institutional capacity for research, science education and collaborative projects • Effective science communication

  9. Foundation is laid Nat’l Institutions Invemar, Santa Marta Private organizations http://www.oceandataportal.org/

  10. Way forward ►Identify: current and future uses stressors (environmental and human-induced) key players and existing instruments ► Agree on a realistic vision, goals and key principles ► Undertake a Science SWOT analysis for the region ► Develop a step-by step science action plan ► Enhance science communication and promotion LET SCIENCE BE FIRST IN AND NEVER OUT

  11. Thank you

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