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Browsing: Environmental News
Welcome to the “Scuba Diving Environmental News” section of The Scuba News, your dedicated platform for the latest updates, initiatives, and issues concerning marine conservation and environmental stewardship in the diving community. This section covers news about ocean conservation efforts, marine protected areas, environmental research findings, and sustainable diving practices. Stay informed about threats facing marine ecosystems, such as pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change, and learn about ways to take action and make a positive impact. Whether you’re passionate about protecting marine life, preserving coral reefs, or advocating for sustainable diving practices, our environmental news keeps you informed and inspired to protect our oceans for future generations.
By Lee
Egypt Launches Major UN-Backed Initiative to Protect Red Sea Coral Reefs and Support Sustainable Tourism
Egypt has launched a major new initiative to protect one of the world’s most resilient…
Two ways to adopt a shark this summer: bring home a limited-edition plush shark or…
Mission Blue has announced the launch of its new Science Initiative, an ambitious programme designed to…
Award-winning comedian and ITV shark-diving participant Ross Noble will headline the Shark Trust’s flagship conservation…
U.S. officials say stomp it! While the “stomp it” mantra is famous in the U.S.,…
By Lee
Trump Administration’s Endangered Species Rule Sparks Legal Battle Over Wildlife Habitat Protections
A sweeping change to one of America’s cornerstone wildlife laws has ignited a legal challenge…
The UK’s largest seagrass restoration project is now underway in Cornwall, where teams of scientific…
Healthy coral reefs are more than vibrant underwater ecosystems, they are the foundation of countless…
On June 10, the Marine Animal Response Society (MARS) was alerted by Parks Canada to…
I read the news today… and it’s not good. “A one‑year‑old male polar bear was…
A former floating casino that once hosted thousands of gamblers on the Ohio River is…
By Lee
BP Oil Spill’s Deep-Sea Coral Damage Still Visible 16 Years Later as Restoration Effort Continues
More than 16 years after the Deepwater Horizon disaster became the largest marine oil spill…
By Lee
The Ocean Is Running Out of Time: EU Announces €338 Million as Global Leaders Warn Protection Exists Mostly on Paper
The European Union has announced a new ocean conservation package worth more than €338 million…
A newly identified species of walking shark has been discovered in the waters of Papua…
Send a message to Doug Ford: Protect Ontario’s endangered species. Build responsibly. Invest in people,…
One of the world’s largest and most sophisticated ocean observation systems is being scaled back,…
Experts from the Canadian Tick Research and Innovation Centre recently warned that a slow-moving “wave…
Argentine authorities have seized more than 700 marine animals trafficked from Kenya in what conservationists…
A discussion of whirling disease, what it means for Alberta’s fish populations and what anglers…
In a move that reflects a broader shift in how the diving industry is perceived, PADI has…
It truly is a one-in-a-million find—or, more accurately, a one-in-50-million find. The discovery of a…
Tofino, BC, has officially become the first Canadian municipality to ban the sale of single-use…
The world’s largest diving organisation, PADI Worldwide, has unveiled an ambitious new global conservation initiative aimed…
For a limited time, shark conservation efforts are getting a rare boost, and it’s one…
Empty the Tanks is campaign of Ric O’Barry’s Dolphin Project, a 501(c)(3) organization The Empty…
Sharks in Brazil are being pushed closer to extinction, and most people don’t even realize…
In a move that could quietly reshape one of Europe’s most biologically rich coastal regions,…
It is the kind of headline that spreads fast. Sharks testing positive for cocaine sounds…
The Shark Trust and the British Sub-Aqua Club have announced a new partnership aimed at…
Brazil has taken a major step toward protecting one of the most ecologically important stretches…
The Caribbean is home to some of the world’s most famous dive destinations, but the…
A landmark international agreement designed to protect vast areas of the world’s oceans has officially…
A 19-year-old swimmer has completed a gruelling 22-kilometre crossing of Mossel Bay, South Africa, drawing…
For years, divers have said the same thing after returning from the water: the best…
Mares Power Plana LT Earns 2026 Testers Choice Award A new generation of lightweight technical…
In a powerful blend of community action and environmental stewardship, members of the Milton Keynes Sub-Aqua…
Reef Renewal Foundation Curaçao (RRFC) proudly announces the release of its 2025 Annual Report, marking…
Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Red Sea tourism expansion is positioning itself as more than a luxury…
The global dive industry continues to rally behind marine conservation as HEAD Watersports announces its…
A conservation-focused dive operator in the Galápagos has announced a new round of funding for…
Ford’s Bill 5 guts species protection and overrides treaty rights Bill 5 passed. The fight…
The ice boom controls ice accumulation in the Niagara River, preventing ice from obstructing downstream…
By Lee
Ocean Education International Launches ECO PRO Trainer Program to Cultivate Sustainability Leadership in Dive Tourism
Ocean Education International has announced the launch of its new ECO PRO Trainer Program, an initiative designed…
One of Florida’s most important freshwater cave systems, Mill Creek Sink Nature Preserve, is facing renewed…
By Lee
Reported Wildlife Harassment in Malaysian Waters Highlights Ongoing Challenges for Responsible Diving
A recent news report from the South China Morning Post describes an alleged incident in Malaysian waters…