New ProtectedSeas Layer to Kickstart Your Marine Conservation Efforts
ProtectedSeas, a pioneering project committed to mapping and sharing global ocean protection data, is now part of ArcGIS Living Atlas. By providing detailed, standardized, and up-to-date information on marine protected areas and their regulations, ProtectedSeas empowers decision-makers, researchers, coastal communities, and advocates worldwide.
ProtectedSeas’ data in the Living Atlas is already making a difference. Researchers are leveraging these layers to identify gaps in protection, assess compliance with international agreements, and track conservation outcomes. Coastal planners and local governments use the data to align development with ecological priorities. Educators bring the ocean to life in classrooms, and NGOs use the maps to engage the public and advocate for stronger protections.
For more information about the ProtectedSeas and their new Living Atlas layer, check out this blog by @KeithVanGraafeiland.
