Ocean Matters Podcast

A quick read of an article that was posted on the World Economic Forum, proposing a 10 point solution on how to save the seas.  It was authored by Douglas McCauley, UoCalifornia Santa Barbara, Member of Friends of the Ocean Action, Director Benioff Ocean Initiative Please find the article at https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/02/a-10-step-plan-to-save-our-oceans/

On the topic of healing the oceans, I recently found an article in the conservation.com that I believe to be of relevance.  Please find the original article at https://theconversation.com/how-marine-protected-areas-help-safeguard-the-ocean-152516

A few words on offered solutions for the oceans. This article was found in Mongabay, more specifically at https://news.mongabay.com/2019/04/30-percent-by-2030-study-maps-out-how-to-protect-the-worlds-oceans/

I recently found an article on the effects of plastics and how they should be included in climate calculations.  The article can be found at  https://theconversation.com/plastic-is-part-of-the-carbon-cycle-and-needs-to-be-included-in-climate-calculations-154730

A short article I found within Phys.org reminding us of the capital importance and role of the oceans in supporting the healing of the planet, which reminds us how much more we should be caring about the oceans ! For further reading of the article please find it at Why a net‑zero future depends on the ocean's ability to absorb carbon

Nations are “nowhere close” to the level of action needed to fight global warming, a UN climate action report said on Friday, urging countries to adopt stronger and more ambitious plans to reach the Paris Agreement goals, and limit the temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, by the end of the century. I read the article posted on https://news.un.org/en/story/2021/02/1085812

On the topic of picking up trends and patterns with regard to Climate Change, a recent article in the Washington Post, authored by Chris Mooney and Andrew Freedman, title in the subject line, offers a comprehensive analysis on how assumptions and conclusions are carried out. 

I found an article conveying the importance of natural ecosystems for the well being of water issues in light of the rise of the oceans. The issues of engineering and the opportunity we currently have to do things right in this period of accelerated climate change.  The article is an interview of Laetitia Grenier by the PPIC.  You can find the original article at https://www.ppic.org/blo...

I share and read an article which allows us to 'articulate' and get a 'visual map' of what the effects of climate change look like and what the impact of these 'tipping points are.  The original article was authored by Dr Helene Martins, science communicator in the Rossby Centre at the Swedish Meterological and Hydrological Institute. Please feel free to read the original article on carbonbri...

The veteran broadcaster tells the UN Security Council the climate crisis is the "biggest threat to security" humans have faced. Please find the article on https://news.sky.com/story/attenboroughs-stark-warning-on-climate-change-its-already-too-late-12226694

A quick read on the press release by the US dept of State confirming that the USA is rejoining the Paris Agreement.  Article found at www.state.gov/the-united-states-officially-rejoins-the-paris-agreement/

Last recording I was so enthousiastic about Rrreefs.com that I butchered the recording. This time I took a little longer and actually read in part the article I published on  https://d-f-plumley.medium.com/swiss-coral-reefs-by-ulrike-pfreundt-marie-griesmar-8c6cab276c89

Bill Gates shares his perspective on how to address climate change in his new book, here is a small part of it that I stumbled upon in Time.com.

A few words on the up and coming Change Now Summit in Paris, May 27 to 29 2021 in Paris.  Please enjoy the podcast, view their website and look forward to meet you there. https://www.changenow.world/

A quick note on my involvement with marine drones and ocean cleaning, and the incredible revolution that Bluetech has made in less than a decade. 

Restoring Corals with Cornstarch and the use of 3d Printing. Please find the original article on https://www.ccell.co.uk/201919

A few notes on Open Ocean Robotics out of Canada. Having won several prestigious prizes, Julie Angus develops autonomous marine solutions as a service when not enjoying other amazing challenges such as rowing across oceans! Please find the article at : https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffkart/2019/12/04/drones-from-open-ocean-robotics-make-a-splash-tackling-winter-storms-and-more/?sh=9e5d1656df35

Saildrone has been a marine drone maker for a few years now. They had their autonomous drones go out and cover record distances. Now, with the Saildrone Surveyor they are taking on new functions within marine research and meteorological research. In short, they are also able to gather all kinds of data which they share in real time via satellite to the HQ on ground.  Please feel free to read...

A few words on how an architecture team is helping restore Coral Reefs in Hong Kong with the help of 3D printing. You can find the original article on https://hk.asiatatler.com/life/hong-kong-coral-restoration-3d-printing

A few words on the Swiss group using 3D printing to build Coral Reefs. Highly communicative, very inspired and accessible. Please follow them wherever you can, as they are a very dynamic entity that is going to be attracting a large following.  For further info please visit https://www.rrreefs.com/

In the USA, a new solution is being created, adding to the number of solutions around the world. In this case, we finally have an artistic angle added to science. A very creative approach which adds to the usually functional approach.  You can find the original article on https://www.dezeen.com/2020/08/06/coral-carbonate-reef-skeletons-objects-ideograms/

Just like in the previous podcasts, researchers around the world are looking to solve climate change issues. In this case it is again by using 3D Printing that researchers are looking to create Coral Reefs in Israel.  Original article can be found at  https://www.fastcompany.com/90390840/can-we-print-a-new-set-of-coral-reefs-before-theyre-gone

On the topic of robots and drones, the possibility of 3D Printing has allowed for many to join and rapidly prototype solutions enhancing and accelerating the field of research and making of marine solutions.  Here is the article from which I read and share my thoughts on the topic.  https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/harvard-scientists-3d-print-swarm-of-bluebot-synchronized-soft-robotic...

On the topics of robots, a jellyfish inspired robot was designed to help restore coral reefs. You can find the story in the original article, https://www.sciencealert.com/efficient-new-jellyfish-robot-could-become-a-restorer-of-coral-reefs

In an article shared by SkyNews, researchers have found a way to restore coral by using 3D printers to create the coral structures that would then rebuild the reefs!  If you wish to read the article, https://news.sky.com/story/amp/uk-students-create-3d-printed-coral-structures-that-could-rebuild-worlds-damaged-reefs-12170781#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s