People power protecting Ningaloo from plastic pollution
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 7 February 2022
Surveys show Ningaloo Reef has very low marine debris, thanks to strong community action, waste management, and conservation strategies. While not immune to litter, it demonstrates how local efforts can keep marine environments pristine.
Keywords: Ningaloo Reef, marine debris, plastic pollution, community action, conservation, waste management, clean beaches
Worldwide trawling impact revealed
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 21 February 2022
A global CSIRO-led study found that when trawling is sustainably managed, its seabed impact is low. Effective fisheries management benefits both fish stocks and seabed ecosystems, though data gaps remain for sensitive habitats.
Keywords: trawling, seabed ecosystems, fisheries management, marine research, sustainable fishing, benthic communities
New science discovers coral seed banks
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 21 February 2022
A CSIRO-led study in Palau revealed coral reefs can recover rapidly after devastation, not only from spawning but also via hidden coral “seed banks.” Findings challenge assumptions on reef recovery and aid future restoration strategies.
Keywords: coral reefs, reef recovery, seed banks, typhoon impact, CSIRO research, marine ecology
