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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.
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…
The public comment period has now closed on proposed changes to the United States Endangered…
OTTAWA/TRADITIONAL, UNCEDED TERRITORY OF THE ALGONQUIN ANISHNAABEG PEOPLE — The Canadian Association of Physicians for the…
PADI® and its global non-profit, the PADI AWARE Foundation™, are celebrating a landmark year for…
One of cinema’s most iconic pirate ships has traded Hollywood glamour for marine habitat in…
Ocean Education International (OEI) has unveiled a redesigned website for OEI that makes high-quality, ocean-focused…
A major flaw in our economic system is that polluters rarely have to pay for…
In Canada, cutting-edge technology is helping to safeguard endangered whale populations through the use of…
By Reef-World
“Blue Friday 5.0” Gains Global Recognition Through Marin Scuba Club, The Reef-World Foundation, and Sun Divers Roatan
“Blue Friday”, a grassroots initiative that was launched by Marin Scuba Club of Northern California in 2021…
On 1 November 2025, the Maldives officially reopened shark fishing operations, bringing an end to…
Environmental champions and accomplished explorers Elsie Gabriel and Tanya Satish, both Associate Members of the…
What began quietly as a government authorization for a cruise ship expansion project in late…
Stream2Sea, the brand recognised worldwide for its reef-safer sunscreens and eco-friendly body care products, has launched a…
By Reef-World
Turning the Tide: New Reef-World Impact Report Shows How Sustainable Tourism Is Protecting Fragile Coral Ecosystems
The Reef-World Foundation, international coordinator of the UN Environment Programme’s Green Fins initiative, today launched its…
It’s time for Canada to act on toxic “forever chemicals.” PFAS, also known as “forever…
Saltwater Brewery became the pioneer in adopting and implementing the globally recognized Eco Six Pack…
Ghost fishing nets are one of the ocean’s silent killers. They float under the surface,…
A short video showing tourists manhandling a sea turtle off Redang Island in Malaysia has sparked widespread…
By Lee
World’s First Underwater Presidential Interview: Palau’s Leader Sends a Powerful Message from Beneath the Waves
In a world-first, Palau’s President Surangel Whipps Jr. has conducted a live underwater interview beneath the Pacific Ocean. Wearing…
Rascal Voyages partners with The SEA People (Orang Laut Papua) to give divers and ocean…
After numerous attempts and delays, representatives from 184 countries failed to agree on a treaty to reduce…
By Reef-World
New Partnership With Diversdesk Helps Green Fins Members Boost Sustainability and Streamline Operations
The Reef-World Foundation — international coordinator of the Green Fins initiative — is pleased to announce…
HEPCA (Hurghada Environmental Protection & Conservation Association) has raised the alarm over reports of illegal…
By Reef-World
Adventure Travel Trade Association and The Reef-World Foundation Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Sustainable Marine Tourism
The Adventure Travel Trade Association and The Reef-World Foundation have partnered to support adventure travel companies in embedding sustainable…
The Shark Trust has championed the conservation of oceanic sharks for over two decades. Instrumental…
Canadian-based The Metals Company is trying to mine the ocean’s deep sea, an uncharted and pristine…
Last weekend, our Marine Mammal Rescue team in British Columbia collaborated with the Cetus Research…
Marine pollution remains among the most persistent environmental challenges worldwide, particularly in ports and harbor…
California Coastal Cleanup Day (Sept. 20) is going big at Rio Del Mar Beach this…
A Frozen Gift to the Sea It’s early June in Twillingate, a place whose name…
The U.S. Coast Guard successfully rescued 70 sharks and 20 snappers caught in 2.3 miles…
An economic approach that rewards waste, greed and endless growth isn’t compatible with today’s reality.…
After a decade-and-a-half moratorium, the Maldives will allow shark fishing to resume this November, the…
A rapidly growing coalition of over 50 organisations spanning the entire eastern coastline has launched…
A rapidly growing coalition of over 40 organisations spanning the entire eastern coast line has…
Sustainable clothing brand Rapanui has teamed up with marine conservation charity the Shark Trust to launch a…
Six young trainees earn their PADI certification as part of a hands-on marine research initiative…
Villa Blanca Reef in Cozumel is more than just a dive site—it’s a vibrant and…
Halifax, NS, Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People –Today, Fisheries Minister…
Blue-green algae, also called cyanobacteria, are tiny, plant-like microorganisms that naturally inhabit bodies of freshwater…