Environment & Ecology
Ocean Technology
Ocean Technology articles for UPSC exam preparation under Environment & Ecology.
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Articles on Ocean Technology
Significance of Offshore Aquifers
Context Scientists have confirmed the existence of a massive offshore freshwater aquifer beneath the Atlantic Ocean, stretching from New Jersey to Maine, marking the first systematic global expedition to drill for undersea groundwater. What are Offshore Aquifers? Offshore aquifers are underground bodies of porous rock or sediment saturated with freshwater, located beneath the sea floor.
Third United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC)-2025
Context Recently, the third United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC), held in Nice, France, concluded with commitments aimed at safeguarding the planet’s marine ecosystems. Key Outcomes of the Conference (2025) High Seas Treaty Nears Enforcement: Fifty-six of the required sixty countries have ratified the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement (aka High Seas Treaty). It enables the creation of marine protected areas (MPAs) in international waters, regulate marine genetic resou
Monaco Marine Conference
Context Recently, India and Norway reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in marine planning, Arctic research, and the Blue Economy at the Monaco Marine Conference (MCC). Key Points Marine Spatial Planning (MSP): India aims to scale Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) across its coastline reinforcing its leadership in sustainable ocean management. MSP is a science-based framework for optimizing ocean resources, protecting biodiversity, and ensuring coastal livelihoods, under the Indo
Overfishing: A Threat to Ocean Wealth and Livelihoods
Indias marine fisheries sector has reached its maximum potential yield, however it needs to take decisive steps to ensure sustainable fishing practices, balancing economic growth with marine conservation.