Ken Sherman
Director, NOAA Large Marine Ecosystem Programs
An explaination of the LME Concept.
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The oceans of the earth are under serious threat from the overexploitation of marine life, pollution and the effects of global warming. Turning the Tide examines the condition of the world's large marine ecosystems and presents the solutions being put forth by the international community of scientists, politicians, and those living in the affected areas. Armed with science, political will, and sheer determination, the tide is turning to a brighter future for all. 26:19 minutes. |
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Africa on the Cutting Edge |
The world's coastal regions are in crisis, but there is still time to save them. On the west coast of Africa, international cooperation has brought forth unprecedented change. Through the diplomatic efforts of the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem Program and Commission, scientists and politicians are working side by side to save the coastal ecosystem of the Guinea Current. 19:00 minutes. |
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Global Oceans Conference 2008: Sherman |
Ken Sherman
Director, NOAA Large Marine Ecosystem Programs
The importance of a healthy ocean and using science for sound policy. |
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Global Oceans 2008: Vandeweerd |
Veerle Vandeweerd
Director, UNDP Environment and Energy Group
The UNDP, the rise of the Global Ocean Forum, and UNDP involvement in the LME process. |
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Global Oceans Conference 2008: Barbut |
Monique Barbut
CEO and Chairperson, GEF
GEF's role in the Large Marine Ecosystem Process. |
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Global Oceans Conference 2008: Duda |
Al Duda
Chairperson, GEF Freshwater to Oceans Working Group
The importance of action and GEF's role in the LME Process. |
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Global Oceans Conference 2008: O'Toole |
Michael O'Toole
Project Manager, Benguela Current LME Program
A description of the BCLME and stresses on the system. |
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Benguela Current LME Program |
The Benguela Current LME Program
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