Climate alarms sounding
The director of the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research has delivered a stark message during a panel discussion this week – that climate change is occurring rapidly in the Arctic.…
Norwegian salmon delivers on deforestation soy
Suppliers of Brazilian soybean to Norwegian salmon have accomplished their goal for a deforestation and conversion free supply chain, according to a new independent report. This development is described by…
Twelve Faroese companies have committed to halving their greenhouse gas emissions by 2030
Faroese industry takes a lead on climate action
Twelve Faroese companies participating in the Faroese Sustainable Business Initiative – Burðardygt Vinnulív – have pledged to at least halve their greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 in an effort to…
Norway’s Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has put an end to plans for a 350mW windfarm off the Møre coast. Image: Odd Kristian Dahle/Fiskebåt
Red light for Møre coast wind energy plans
The Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has put an end to plans for a 350mW windfarm off Western Norway’s Møre coast, reversing a decision previously made by the Norwegian Water…
Scottish pelagic fish ticks all the right environmental boxes. Image: SPSG
Oily fish are the green option
A Scottish study comparing the carbon footprints of a variety of seafood products has concluded that mackerel and herring caught by the Scottish pelagic fleet are the idea food choice…
Danes can look to the blue larder for a healthy, climate-friendly diet
Fish firmly on the Danish menu
Seafood features prominently in the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration’s new climate-friendly dietary advice – which is welcomed by the Danish Fish Producers Association. The Ministry of Food, Agriculture and…
Dr. Darian McBain, Thai Union Global Director of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability. Image: Thai Union
Thai Union urges global co-operation to tackle climate change
Fishing and processing giant Thai Union took the opportunity on United Nations day last week to call for greater global cooperation to protect the planet from the impacts of climate…
Ministers and industry leaders met to sign the accord aiming to reduce the seafood industry’s emissions. Image: Government of Iceland
Iceland aims for higher values, lower emissions
Iceland’s government and industry have pledged to work towards co-operation aimed at increasing demand for Icelandic seafood, while reducing the industry’s emissions footprint, with a new agreement signed by minister…
The LNG-powered, Skipsteknisk-designed Selvåg Senior is expected to make significant reductions in emissions compared to a conventional fishing vessel. Image: Skipsteknisk
42% emissions reduction with new technology
A new pelagic vessel for Norwegian owners is predicted to be placed in the lead in minimising emissions when it is delivered to owners Selvåg Senior AS in 2023. The…
Dr. Valeria Merino becomes chair of FiTI for an initial term of three years, starting on the 1st January, and taking over from founding chair Dr. Peter Eigen. Image: FiTI
Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI) appoints new chair
The International Board of the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI) has appointed Dr. Valeria Merino as the 2nd Chair of the FiTI. She will serve for an initial term of three…