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When people think about marine carbon dioxide removal, they often focus on the technology. But just as important are the questions about how decisions get made, whose perspectives are included, and how communities can help shape the future of the field. Those questions are at the heart of Dr. Amanda Borth's work. As a social scientist with experience working on ...

The ocean is like a giant sponge, quietly absorbing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. If we could make that sponge even more absorbent — through coastal restoration projects, innovative technologies, or other interventions — we could capture and store more carbon, helping slow climate change and reduce its impacts. That’s the promise of marine c...

In northern British Columbia a group gathers at the edge of a recent burn. Smoke drifts low across the landscape. The ground is warm underfoot.  For ten days, the Gitanyow Lax’yip Guardians together with the Gitsxan Firekeepers, BC Wildfire and fire practitioners carried out several cultural burns.  “It was so neat to see people step into leader...

We’re thrilled to announce that Emily Patrolia, Founder and CEO of ESP Advisors, has been elected to serve as the next Chair of the Board of Directors. Emily founded ESP Advisors in 2020 to elevate ocean and environmental priorities, drawing on her extensive background across federal policymaking, strategic advocacy, and environmental science. Through her lead...

COMPASS is thrilled to introduce our new COMPASS mCDR Communication Leaders cohort! This group of experts spans disciplines, sectors, geographies, and career stages. From biophysical and social scientists to practitioners in academia, government, nonprofits, and industry, they bring a rich diversity of perspectives essential to understanding the full picture of mar...