Newsletter 164 : 2018 critical year for coral reefs

Newsletter 164

Your monthly newsletter on ocean protection and conservation.

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2018, a critical year for coral reefs?

No coral reefs, no oceans, no life. It's 2018 and corals are in the limelight. With an heir of urgency not felt since their last campaigns in 1997 and 2008, the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) has announced that this year will be dedicated to corals worldwide awareness, necessity and impending risks.

2015, 2016, 2017 : Record-breaking global climate changes

The years 2015, 2016 and 2017 reveal a disturbing trend regarding the world's climate. As announced by the Meteorological Organization (WMO), the last three years have been the hottest ever on record. This rise in temperature is accompanied by climate disruptions and extreme weather conditions worldwide and has been attributed to the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases in the ozone.

Facebook : what to do to always see our posts

Facebook just changed its News Feed algorithm. To make sure you always see our posts on your feed, here is what to do :
1) Go on our Facebook page
2) Click on "Like", "Follow" or "Following".
3) From the arrow on the right, scroll to "on our news feed".
4) Choose "see first".

SURFRIDER IN THE FIELD

WATER QUALITY

PORTO CHAPTER

After a sucessful crowdfunding campaign, Surfrider's chapter in Porto has developed with the Keepers of the Coast, a weekly measurement of water quality by collecting concrete and independent data on the second surf spot of Portugal. This data reveals local sources of pollution and helps local autorities to take measures to safeguard the environment and surfers.

PLASTIC BAGS

BRUSSELS CHAPTER

The new chapter in Brussels has done its first action, choosing the campaign Plastic Bags. Volunteers have been raising awareness among consumers near supermarkets of the impact of single use plastic bags. They also gave our famous Tote bags out.

Discover our new t-shirt "The Supporter Tee", simple and elegant. In accordance to our values, this t-shirt is 100% made of organic cotton.

By buying this t-shirt, you show your devotion to Surfrider and help us directly to protect the oceans.