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Economic incentives for marine and coastal conservation
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Scrap devastating fishing subsidies to help save the ocean and climate
The World Trade Organization resumed talks on fishing subsidies this week. Originally, it committed that by the end of 2019 it would prohibit the subsidies that are causing overfishing and damaging the life of the ocean. But despite the urgency, it failed to meet this deadline. This has significant implications for life in the ocean, the health and livelihoods of poor coastal communities in developing countries and climate change
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Introduction to an inclusive blue economy
IIED’s ‘Inclusive blue economy’ programme aims to support resilient marine and coastal ecosystems and the people who depend on them
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IIED launches podcast
The first episode of IIED’s new ‘Make Change Happen’ podcast has been launched to coincide with the BBNJ negotiations in New York. The podcast will offer listeners informal insights into the complex issues facing the world and provide expert analysis of key international events
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Protecting our ocean: Make Change Happen podcast episode 1
Nearly three quarters of our planet is covered by water; the ocean is the earth’s essential life support system. But much of the ocean is under-regulated and over-exploited. IIED’s new podcast looks at international efforts to protect the ocean, support marine biodiversity and create sustainable fisheries
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Delivering sustainable fisheries through fiscal incentives
Fisheries resources that support the livelihoods of millions of women and men are under threat due to overfishing and pollution. IIED is exploring how governments can use fiscal instruments – such as taxes and subsidies – to deliver positive socioeconomic and environmental outcomes for sustainable and inclusive fisheries management
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IIED animation: it’s time for policy to catch on to small-scale fishing
A new animation from IIED – the second instalment in a three-part series – urges policymakers around the world to recognise the value that small-scale fishing brings to national economies
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Webinar: So far yet so close – why the high seas matter to vulnerable coastal communities
This webinar on 18 March 2019 discussed the interconnectedness of the high seas and coastal waters, and what this means for vulnerable coastal communities
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IIED animation: using fiscal policy tools to create a sustainable future for ocean and people
A new animation explains how governments can use tools such as taxes, penalties and subsidies to support the health of the ocean and protect the livelihoods of people who depend on it
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Towards an inclusive blue economy
Action in policy and practice is needed to ensure the many benefits from oceans, seas and coasts are available to all
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Forced to sell the roof over their heads
Compensation supports fisher families during a ban on hilsa fishing in Bangladesh – but a visit to a family in Govinda exposes the harsh realities of income loss
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A sustainable ocean by 2030
A Sustainable Development Goal for oceans, seas and marine resources is a significant milestone, but how will it be financed and who will benefit?
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Conservation trust fund proposed to help manage Bangladesh fish stocks
Proposals for a new Hilsa Conservation Trust Fund that aims to relieve the financial burden from the government and help bridge the finance gap were discussed by Bangladesh fisheries officials and researchers and practitioners on 11 June
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Idris bhai, your voice has been heard!
A chance conversation with a Bangladeshi fisherman may have paid off
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Want to know how to save a fish species? Ask a fisher
When Essam Yassin Mohammed asked a former fisherman in Bangladesh how to protect a fish that feeds millions of people, he learnt about four overlooked factors that intensify threats to the species
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Inspiring action for sustainable fisheries: Today and the future
In the wake of predictions that the oceans will be fishless by 2050, IIED has produced an animation to showcase its work on the economics of marine and coastal fisheries
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Fishy business at IIED
The end of November was an exciting time for IIED’s Sustainable Markets Group, which launched two publications and an online network, all with a focus on sustainable fisheries. Grace Philip reports.
