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Projects on oceans (in all programs)

WRI is a global environmental think tank that goes beyond research to put ideas into action. We have over 50 active projects working on aspects of global climate change, sustainable markets, ecosystem protection, and environmentally responsible governance.

Coastal Capital: Economic Valuation of Coastal Ecosystems in the Caribbean

Supporting the sustainable management of coral reefs and mangroves by quantifying their economic value.

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Eutrophication and Hypoxia

Eutrophication—the over-enrichment of water by nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus—is a leading threat to water quality around the world. Also known as “nutrient pollution,” eutrophication upsets the natural balance of aquatic ecosystems, which can lead to algal blooms, red tides, hypoxic or “dead” zones, fish kills, and, eventually, ecosystem collapse.

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Reefs at Risk

Raising awareness of threats to coral reefs and providing information and tools to manage coastal habitats more effectively.

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