Nāmaka Conservation Science
Oceans and Seas Fund • Costa Rica
Saving the ocean and sea turtles
Namaka Conservation Science is committed to protecting endangered sea turtles in Costa Rica from threats like illegal hunting and bycatch in fisheries. They safeguard nesting beaches, secure eggs, and work with local fishers on safer fishing practices. Additionally, they tackle plastic pollution and climate-related habitat loss. Through research, community involvement, and creating jobs, Namaka strives to curb illegal hunting and encourage sustainable conservation, safeguarding sea turtles for the future.
Protect Marine Wildlife
Marine biodiversity is in a state of alarming decline, as key species such as whales, sharks, and sea turtles are endangered by habitat destruction, pollution, and excessive fishing. Currently, a mere 8.2% of the world's oceans have protection. There is an urgent requirement to secure an extra 23% as protected areas by 2030. Milkywire supports organizations committed to preserving marine life by engaging in direct protection efforts, conducting research, and generating knowledge. Additionally, we endorse projects aimed at establishing marine protected areas at both national and local levels.
Protect Marine Wildlife
Kenya
The Kenya Marine Mammal Network aims to safeguard dolphins and humpback whales threatened by fishing and plastic pollution along Kenya's coast. Through consistent data collection, the project seeks to establish the Lamu Archipelago as an Important Marine Mammal Area (IMMA) and assess one third of Kenya's coastline to identify critical areas for marine mammals.
Protect Marine Wildlife
United Kingdom
Final Straw Foundation is dedicated to preserving clean and protected waters by combating plastic pollution in the Solent, a unique coastal region in Britain. Through inspirational projects, awareness campaigns, and education, they empower individuals, communities, and businesses to take practical actions towards reducing plastic use and promoting positive environmental behaviors.
Protect Marine Wildlife
United Kingdom
Blue Marine Foundation is dedicated to restoring the ocean to health by protecting and restoring marine life. Using a combination of top-down interventions to improve ocean governance and bottom-up project delivery that empowers fishers and local communities, their mission is to see at least 30 percent of the world’s ocean under effective protection by 2030 and the other 70 percent managed in a responsible way.