Qingdao, China’s coastal gem, is making waves in global sustainability! At the 2024 Global Ocean Development Forum, UN Secretary-General’s Special Ocean Envoy Peter Thomson praised the city’s pivotal role in advancing the UN Decade of Ocean Science (2021-2030).
\"Qingdao is playing a very important role because you have huge investment here in the UN Decade of Ocean Science,\" Thomson said, spotlighting the city’s commitment to tackling marine pollution, biodiversity loss, and climate change.
Known for its tech hubs and vibrant seafood scene , Qingdao has become a hotspot for scientists and eco-innovators. With global youth increasingly vocal about environmental action, the forum’s focus on data-driven solutions offers hope for healthier oceans—and a blueprint for other coastal cities.
Why it matters: Over 3 billion people rely on marine ecosystems. Qingdao’s efforts could inspire a new era of ocean stewardship—one lab, policy, or seaweed farm at a time!
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Qingdao hailed for role in supporting UN Decade of Ocean Science
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