Following the Debt for Nature Conversion in 2022, the IDB continues to support the Marine Spatial Planning Process of Barbados; one key milestone and fundamental pillar is Ocean Literacy. Did you know that the ocean produces over half of the world's oxygen? Yet, despite its critical role, our understanding of the ocean remains limited. The ocean has become a critical player … [Read more...] about Barbados’ Ocean Literacy: Educating and Inspiring Future Generations
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3 key learnings from World Oceans Day 2022
On June 8th, the IDB Group held its celebration of World Oceans Day by hosting the event Promoting the Blue Economy in Latin America and the Caribbean. The space brought together key leaders and experts to discuss the importance of safeguarding the health and productivity of the oceans to achieve sustainable development, climate action, and economic recovery in the … [Read more...] about 3 key learnings from World Oceans Day 2022