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Workshop on Marine Protected Areas of Argentina in Rawson, Chubut, brings together key stakeholders
Workshop on Marine Protected Areas of Argentina in Rawson, Chubut, brings together key stakeholders 1600 1200 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea

With the participation of around 80 representatives from different sectors related to the marine protected areas of Patagonia Argentina, the workshop “Strengthening the resilience of Argentina’s marine protected areas” was held in Rawson, Chubut. The…

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Public Consultation on the adaptation of the Marine Protected Area Namuncurá – Burdwood Bank
Public Consultation on the adaptation of the Marine Protected Area Namuncurá – Burdwood Bank 600 450 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
Following the open public consultation regarding the adaptation of the Marine Protected Area Namuncurá-Burdwood Bank, the Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea and Areas of Influence prepared a series of contributions and comments. read more

Argentinian NGOs ask the House of Representatives to address the law that bans microplastics in cosmetics
Argentinian NGOs ask the House of Representatives to address the law that bans microplastics in cosmetics 1200 1200 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
It is necessary to stop contaminating the oceans with plastic. In Argentina, twenty environmental organizations -including several members of the Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea- demanded a bill that bans cosmetic products containing microplastics used by the industry because they affect the sea, the species within it and even human health. read more

Strategic meeting convened more than twenty organizations for the conservation of the Patagonian Sea
Strategic meeting convened more than twenty organizations for the conservation of the Patagonian Sea 1032 774 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
Marine Protected Areas, pollution of seas and coastal areas, and salmon farming were some of the themes discussed by the near 40 representatives from more than 20 civil society organizations from Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Uruguay from the integrated approach proposed by the Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea. The meeting took place during the 16th plenary session of the network, from 6 to 9 November in Mar del Plata. read more

The Forum supported the 2018 edition of the Patagonia Eco Film Fest
The Forum supported the 2018 edition of the Patagonia Eco Film Fest 730 1024 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea backed the 3rd edition of the International Environmental Film Festival of Patagonia. Over four days, more than 4,000 spectators took part in this activity that aims at motivating audiences and generate debates, an idea synthesized as “see to raise awareness”. Same as in previous editions, all PEFF activities were free of charge. read more

Workshop to reflect on the impact salmon farming has over the environment
Workshop to reflect on the impact salmon farming has over the environment 1146 859 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
During a Workshop at the Masticar Food Festival, the Forum presented the myths and truths of salmon production in Chile, and the lessons Argentina should take into account before embarking on a similar project. read more

More than 40 experts analyze the challenges regarding the implementation of effective Marine Protected Areas in Argentina
More than 40 experts analyze the challenges regarding the implementation of effective Marine Protected Areas in Argentina 960 720 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
Which are the potential threats associated with human activities at sea? Which are the main institutional strengthening challenges for the management of marine protected areas? The objective of the “Technical Workshop on the Implementation of National Marine Protected Areas in the Argentine Sea, challenges for the implementation of effective MPAs” was to begin outlining some answers to these and other questions. read more

Tierra del Fuego was home to a broad debate on salmon farming in the Beagle Channel
Tierra del Fuego was home to a broad debate on salmon farming in the Beagle Channel 960 720 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea
As part of the “National Week of Science and Technology” activities held in Ushuaia, the Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea participated in a round table on aquaculture projects in the Beagle Channel. More than 100 people participated in a 3-hour dialogue about the risks of salmon farming. read more

Bi-oceanic Park announced in Argentina and Chile
Bi-oceanic Park announced in Argentina and Chile 1000 754 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea

The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea and Areas of Influence accompanies and celebrates the recent declarations of the governments of Argentina and Chile on the regional articulation of two Marine Protected Areas…

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World Oceans Day
World Oceans Day 960 640 The Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea

The World Oceans Day was established by the United Nations in 2008 to raise awareness of the importance of the marine ecosystem in our lives and to help society to commit itself to its conservation.…

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