For an excellent overview of the topic ‘oceans and climate change’ Click here to watch  the recently uploaded Society of Underwater Technology 30min WebinAir by Prof Ralph Rayner. He reviews the science, sets out some options for response, such as the immensely challenging geoengineering proposals and makes an urgent call for action in the coming decade if we want to avoid the risk of major tipping points.

A report from the CERES project (Climate change and European aquatic RESources) explores one aspect in more detail – how climate change will influence European fish and shellfish resources and the economic activities affecting them. Click here to read the project report which has identified risks and opportunities as well as uncertainties of climate change impacts, information needed to enhance the resilience and to support the development of sustainable management and governance systems in these Blue Growth sectors.