Ocean for Development

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Ocean for Development

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Ocean for Development

June 5, 2025

The world’s ocean is a vital foundation for sustainable development – supporting food security, livelihoods, climate resilience, and economic growth for billions of people. Yet today, our oceans face unprecedented threats, from overfishing and plastic pollution to rising sea temperatures and ecosystem collapse.

This Action Kit, part of the Nature for Development Action Kit series, explores how healthy marine ecosystems and ocean-based solutions can drive progress across the SDGs. Designed for decision-makers and practitioners, it offers concrete entry points to advance development goals through ocean action, spanning sustainable fisheries, blue carbon, marine protection, finance, governance, and innovation.

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