Recent Publications

Monitoring, Reporting and Verification for marine Carbon Dioxide Removal

Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR) methods are being proposed and piloted in Europe. Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) is a structured process to collect, disclose and independently verify data on mCDR activities. The EMB Future Science Brief No. 13 ‘Monitoring, Reporting and Verification for marine Carbon Dioxide Removal' aims to identify knowledge gaps, challenges and uncertainties in developing transparent and standardised MRV systems for mCDR methods and provides recommendations on how to overcome them. It addresses the need for science-based guidance for developing robust, transparent and scientifically underpinned MRV frameworks for mCDR going forward.

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9th EMB Forum Proceedings

The 9th EMB Forum took place in Brussels and online on 2 April 2025, and was on the topic of "Addressing coastal and water resilience on the land-sea interface". Over 100 participants from Europe and further afield engaged both online and in person, representing academia, early career researchers, policymakers, industry, and NGOs. This document is a summary of the discussions, and full recordings of the sessions are available on the EMB YouTube Channel.

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Citizens' views and preferences for Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management

Understanding public demands and preferences are crucial for policy success. This Policy Brief summarises the findings of a large-scale survey led by the University of Malta and performed as part of the EcoScope project to understand citizens’ views and preferences for Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management (EBFM). The Brief was published by the European Marine Board and created as part of the EcoScope project.

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EMB Annual Report 2024

EMB engaged in a wide range of marine science-policy activities throughout 2024. These included the publication of the sixth edition of its flagship Navigating the Future foresight series, co-organisation of the CommOCEAN conference and engagement in a number of externally funded projects. EMB maintained its support for the UN Ocean Decade, including the EMBracing the Ocean artist-in-residence programme, and for the EU Mission Ocean. It also continued to support early career researchers via the EMB Ambassador Programme and ECOP Network. To learn more about EMB’s activities and achievements, read EMB's 2024 Annual Report.

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Deep Sea Research and Management Needs

Despite its immense ecological importance, the deep sea remains underrepresented in policy considerations and global conservation efforts. While the EU’s International Ocean Governance Agenda and Biodiversity Strategy emphasise marine biodiversity protection, there is an urgent need to translate these agendas into action, particularly concerning the deep sea. The EMB Future Science Brief No. 12 'Deep Sea Research and Management Needs' explores the complexity of the deep sea and its role in Ocean health today, highlights the critical ecosystem services and functions it provides, and underscores the risks to Ocean health in the face of climate change, direct human impacts, and future industries in the deep sea. This document provides policy, management, research and global capacity building recommendations to ensure a healthy Ocean and deep sea.

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News

Launch of EMB Future Science Brief on Monitoring, Reporting and Verification for marine Carbon Dioxide Removal

A group of internationally renowned marine scientists under the European Marine Board has published the Future Science Brief on ‘Monitoring, Reporting and Verification for marine Carbon Dioxide Removal’. The report is clear: rapid CO2 emissions reduction is the top priority. Carbon Dioxide Removal is not a substitute for emissions reductions; (marine) CDR can only be considered as a potential supplementary measure to support achievement of net-zero emissions. The report clarifies the current scientific, technical and regulatory challenges that must be addressed to develop appropriate and reliable MRV for any future mCDR activities, to safeguard Ocean health and those who depend on it. According to the State of Carbon Dioxide Removal report, marine CDR methods contribute less than 0.1% to current removal efforts, but this field is growing rapidly. The potential impacts on the marine environment are not yet clear but could be significant.

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EMB at SURIMI General Assembly

Executive Director Sheila Heymans and Science Officer Ana Rodriguez attended the second SURIMI General Assembly, which was held at the Institute of Marine Sciences (ICM-CSIC) in Barcelona on 6-7 November 2025.

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Kick off meeting for new EMB working group on 'Biomolecular approaches to the observation and management of marine life'

On 16 October 2025, the kick off meeting was held for the new EMB working group on 'Biomolecular approaches to the observation and management of marine life' at the Ryan Institute of the University of Galway, hosted by the Chair of the working group, Prof. Louise Allcock.

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Publication of 9th EMB Forum Proceedings

The 9th EMB Forum Proceedings were published today and provide a summary of the discussions that took place in Brussels and online on 2 April 2025, along with key messages. In light of the new European Water Resilience Strategy and Ocean Pact, and the ongoing objectives of the EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters (Mission Ocean), and the challenges of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (Ocean Decade), it was timely to focus on the land-sea interface.

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Launch of Policy Brief on Citizens’ views and preferences for Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management

A new Policy Brief, created under the EcoScope project and published by the European Marine Board, shows strong public support for sustainable fishing practices, particularly those that protect marine life, even though most citizens are unfamiliar with the concept of Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management (EBFM).

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Upcoming events

Deep pelagic biology, biodiversity and carbon flux

20 November 2025

On Thursday 20 November 2025, EMB will host its 54th Third Thursday Science Webinar featuring Henk-Jan Hoving who will present on the topic of "Deep pelagic biology, biodiversity and carbon flux".

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ECOP Wednesdays December 2025

03 December 2025

On Wednesday 3 December 2025, EMB and its Young Ambassadors will host an ECOP Wednesday series event on the topic of "Extending the Peer Community for Science-based Ocean Futures: Insights on Transformative Change for ECOPs". The session will feature Dorothy Jane Dankel as a speaker. The talk will be followed by an interactive Q&A discussion. The event will be one hour long, from 14:00 - 15:00 CET.

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Navigating coherence in EU marine policies

04 December 2025

On Thursday 4 December 2025, EMB will host its 55th Third Thursday Science Webinar featuring Froukje Maria Platjouw and Ben Boteler who will present on the topic of "Navigating coherence in EU marine policies".

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Events Overview

The European Marine Board (EMB) is the leading European think tank in marine science policy. It provides a platform to advance marine research and to bridge the gap between science and policy.