Show notes
Get inspired from those 28 minutes with the renowned canadian ocean conservation & governance consultant Bobbi-Jo Dobush.We surf various important ocean collaboration topics:* (03:25) Current Status and Concerns in Deep Sea Mining: What is the collaborative status-quo today extracting ressources from our seabeds?* (06:37) Governance and cool challenges at International Seabed Authority (ISA): How is the tone changing inside-out and which potentials does the change have for more inclusivity?* (13:40) New voices and perspectives around “Rights of nature”: What does it mean if we grant rights - for example to waves? * (16:52) Opportunities and risks of Marine managed areas (MMA) and Marine protected areas (MPA)? What is the “blue washing” risk? * (24:52) Power & money in philantrophic ocean funding: How are relationships changing between funders and grantees?Takeaways* The ocean can heal itself if left alone.* Shifting baselines affect our perception of ocean health.* Deep sea mining is unproven and potentially destructive.* The International Seabed Authority governs resources beyond national jurisdiction.* New leadership at the ISA brings hope for better governance.* Nature's rights movement is gaining traction globally.* Marine protected areas must be genuinely protected, not just paper parks.* Collaboration across sectors is essential for effective ocean governance.* Funding relationships in conservation are evolving towards transparency.* Real engagement with local communities is crucial for marine protection.Follow and connect with this amazing independent ocean voice Here’s Bobbi-Jo Dobush on LinkedIn! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janmaisenbacher.substack.com
