Environment and Energy
Ocean Protection Beyond Percentages: The 30x30 Challenge
The global 30x30 target aims to protect 30 percent of the world's land and ocean by 2030, galvanizing governments and conservation organizations. However, a percentage alone cannot measure whether protection is effective, legitimate, or enduring. French Polynesia's marine protection model demonstrates an emerging approach that recognizes traditional artisanal fishing practices within protected zones, embedding conservation within existing relationships of guardianship rather than simply excluding human activity.
