MPAs and Climate Change

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are specially designated regions in oceans and seas that limit human activities to preserve marine ecosystems and biodiversity. Climate change, driven by greenhouse gas emissions, causes ocean warming, acidification, and sea level rise, threatening marine life and habitats. MPAs help by safeguarding areas, allowing ecosystems to be healthier and more resilient against climate impacts. While they don't stop climate change itself, effective MPAs are vital tools for conserving marine biodiversity and supporting the ocean’s capacity to adapt to changing conditions.