The final round of negotiations for a legally binding treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of the ocean is currently underway at the United Nations in New York City. On this episode, we are taking a look behind the scenes as this consequential treaty is finalized. Joining hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham is Nichola Clark from the The Pew Charitable Trusts, who is following the negotiations as part of Pew’s campaign to protect ocean life on the high seas. The United Nations treaty is meant to protect marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ) Only 1% of the high seas, the vast area of ocean typically more than 200 nautical miles from any shore and beyond the jurisdiction of any country, is currently protected. To address these governance gaps, the final round of negotiations is currently taking place at the 5th Intergovernmental Conference (IGC5). Delegates from around the world must agree an ambitious high seas treaty that will guide the effective conservation and sustainable use of shared marine resources to ensure the health of our ocean and planet for future generations. Keep an eye on this one, folks! It will have major consequences on the future of the Oceans! Only on ASPN!

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