Blue Prosperity Coalition

Scientists have discovered that even highly migratory species like tuna and other large pelagic fish consistently return to the same ocean hotspots to spawn year after year, highlighting critical areas that can be safeguarded from extractive practices through ocean management practices like the designation of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), targeted fishing closures, and effective ecosystem-based fisheries management.   This study shows that the benefits of spawning in areas with optimal ocean...

Join us in welcoming Cooper Roberts to the Waitt Institute as a Blue Economy Manager. In this role, Cooper will support the Waitt Institute’s partner countries in developing and implementing sustainable Blue Economy strategies that promote equitable growth, ocean stewardship, and community wellbeing.  He brings over a decade of experience managing international development and economic inclusion programs across Sub-Saharan Africa, Central America, and Asia, with a focus on building resilient,...

Nice, France (9 June, 2025) — Ocean leaders from around the world convened at the third Blue Prosperity Leaders Forum to celebrate...