Chuuk Coral Expedition
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy and the University of Guam conducted a 3 week coral monitoring expedition in the Atolls of Chuuk and Kuop. With 19 scientists and 75 sites this was the biggest coral monitoring survey ever conducted in Micronesia.
Palau: The Micronesia Challenge
The Nature Conservancy
In 2006, with support from The Nature Conservancy, the President of Palau challenged his fellow Micronesian leaders to join him in a historic commitment to effectively conserve at least 30% of their near-shore marine resources and 20% of their terrestrial resources by 2020.
Micronesia's Changing Climate
A Film By Craig Musburger
Discover what Pacific island communities can do to reduce the impact of climate change in this video. Fishermen discuss why things are 'not right' in Micronesia, for example, fish stocks are declining and coral reefs are dying, and how these effects are linked to global climate change.
Lamoren Emol – My True Heritage
A Film By Craig Musburger
Lamoren Emol is a song written and performed by Brother C. It is in Marshallese and translates as 'My True Heritage.' Brother C wrote this song for the Marshall Islands Conservation Society's 'Yoked Iak' campaign. It speaks of the importance of conserving the stunning natural beauty of the Marshall Islands.
Federated States of Micronesia: Blue Prosperity
A Documentary By National Geographic Society
In 2023, National Geographic Pristine Seas joined forces with Blue Prosperity Micronesia for a groundbreaking science and media expedition across the vibrant coral reefs and remote island waters of the Federated States of Micronesia. Merging advanced scientific research with deep-rooted Indigenous knowledge, the team revealed both the breathtaking beauty and delicate vulnerability of a marine ecosystem on the front lines of climate change. As local communities and scientists work together to protect 30% of the nation's ocean, the resulting documentary stands as a compelling tribute to resilience, stewardship and hope in the face of a warming planet.
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