Two respected scientific organizations have issued a joint position on ocean fertilization. These organizations are the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research (SCOR), and the Joint Group of Experts on the Scientific Aspects of Marine Environmental Protection. The position statement highlights the outstanding scientific questions that need to be considered by any future ocean fertilization activities.

Also discussed is the relationship of ocean fertilization research activities to the emerging global carbon market, including a brief reference to the Climos Code of Conduct:

“We commend efforts by some commercial ventures to create codes of conduct and obtain outside reviews.”

Link to the full position statement

Categories: Ocean Fertilization