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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

No single experiment can answer all questions about ocean iron fertilization for mCDR. 🌊 We’re excited to announce the ExOIS Field Research Coalition, bringing together independent research programs to share knowledge & advance responsible OIF research. Learn more: www.whoi.edu/press-room/n...

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Great conversation on responsible #mCDR research at our “Bending the Climate Curve” event during #ClimateWeekNYC 🌊 Thank you to our fantastic speakers and everyone who joined us! Key themes included field science, funding, community engagement & transparency. See key takeaways on ExOIS’s LinkedIn.

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Join us for this panel at #ClimateWeekNYC on Sept 25, highlighting science, eNGO, and fisheries perspectives on responsible mCDR research. Panel includes Alexandra Talty, Ken Buesseler, Danielle Ringer, & Fatima Candace Vahlsing. Hope to see you there! 🌊 Registration is required: luma.com/1cq6ckti

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Thanks to Chris Pearce for his thoughtful commentary on our paper “The case for iron fertilization field trials”. He highlights the critical evidence new experiments could provide to inform decisions about OIF's potential role in climate mitigation. Read here: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Thank you for the mention in your newsletter, we greatly appreciate the recognition of our efforts to reach out to communities in Alaska. We see this as an ongoing process as we continue to communicate the need for high-integrity and independent research on #mCDR 🌊

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

We've continued connecting with researchers across Europe to discuss responsible OIF research. In June, Ken Buesseler shared ExOIS's research plans at the 4th International Conference on CDR, an IAEA training course in Monaco, and the Laboratoire d'Océanographie de Villefranche, France. 🌊

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Will you be at #AGU26 in San Francisco this December? Abstracts are due by August 5. Consider submitting to one of the #mCDR ExOIS-affiliated sessions: 🌊 GC062 – From Theory to Ocean: Field Trials for Assessing Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal 🌊 OS019 – Evaluating environmental impacts of marine CDR

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Great discussion at #PNWClimateWeek on phytoplankton-based #mCDR research. Rigorous science and public trust must go hand in hand through transparency, meaningful partnerships, and independent research. Thanks to our panelists and PacCLEAN for organizing! See key takeaways on our LinkedIn. 🌊

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

🌊 This spring, ExOIS connected with partners across Europe. Paul Morris presented on next-generation OIF field trials at #EGU26 in Vienna and visited GEOMAR (Kiel) and the Alfred Wegener Institute (Bremerhaven). Thanks for the valuable discussions advancing #OceanIronFertilization science for #mCDR.

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

🌊 Join us at #PNWClimateWeek for Oceans as Climate Heroes: mCDR Day on July 15 in Seattle (or online)! ExOIS is hosting a session called “Phytoplankton Climate Heroes for mCDR” at 10:30 am PT with Sarah Smith, Ken Buesseler, Freddie Christiansen, and Alexis Valauri-Orton. Register: luma.com/clr4l9hz

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

🌊 Our #DCClimateWeek panel "Using the Earth as an Engine" explored the role of oceans & OIF in addressing climate change. Thanks to moderator Andrew Rose and panelists Paul Morris, Amanda Vieillard (@carbon180.bsky.social), & Daniel Richter for the discussion! Visit our LinkedIn for key takeaways.

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🌊 Looking for an accessible introduction to ocean iron fertilization (OIF) & marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR)? We've created three brief resources covering: • ExOIS and our guiding principles • The North Pacific Carbon Study • OIF and fisheries Read, share, & download: oceaniron.org/our-work/

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

🌊 At ComFish in Kodiak, we engaged with coastal communities about mCDR. Some themes emerged: ocean stewardship, livelihoods, and the need to proceed thoughtfully. We're grateful for the time and perspectives of community leaders & fishermen we spoke with, and we look forward to ongoing dialogue 🌊

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

We're in Kodiak, Alaska this week to share our research plans and gain community insights. We're grateful for the thoughtful dialogue with many community members, fishermen, Tribal leaders, and scientists we've met so far. If you're in town, stop by our booth at ComFish over the next three days! 🌊

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🌊 It was great to share our work at the Western Alaska Interdisciplinary Science Conference in Bethel, Alaska this week -- an annual gathering of researchers, community leaders, and knowledge holders exploring changes to local environments. Thanks Mark Wells and Brad Warren for representing ExOIS!

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

ExOIS’s first newsletter is available! Highlights include research progress, reports on social science & governance, field trial planning & permitting, and upcoming events. 🌊 Read the newsletter: mailchi.mp/oceaniron/ex... Join our mailing list: oceaniron.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

🌊Day 2 at #OSM26 @cafethorium.bsky.social from ExOIS will be on a Townhall panel discussion on "mCDR at the Crossroads: Combining Science, Markets, and Collaboration to Map a Future for mCDR" 👉TH23F, 12:45 in the Lomond Auditorium #mCDR #OIF

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

🌊Dennis McGillicuddy just gave an excellent talk on the modeling effort to help with the design of an #OIF field trial. @whoi.edu

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

🌊We're at #OSM26 to inform and educate on the need for responsible and transparent research into ocean iron fertilization #OIF for marine carbon dioxide removal #mCDR. Talk today: 11:10 in Hall 3, Coral Cove CM12A-05 Posters today: 16-18h, CM14B-0789 & CM14B-0779 @whoi.edu @cafethorium.bsky.social

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

🌊Check out our new publication on what responsible, next-generation ocean iron fertilization #OIF fieldwork requires: larger & longer field trials, rigorous monitoring, clear safeguards, & community engagement www.whoi.edu/press-room/n... doi.org/10.1177/2976... @cafethorium.bsky.social @whoi.edu

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Scientists outline case for next-generation ocean iron fertilization field trials

A new paper argues that larger, longer studies with rigorous monitoring and clear safeguards are needed to accurately assess OIF as a potential long-term CO2 storage solution.

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Transparent, responsible, & rigorous field research is critical for advancing mCDR. Congrats to the LOC-NESS team @whoi.edu on a successful OAE field trial and this article highlighting the science, community engagement, and need for this type of research. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/08/m...

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The Scientists Making Antacids for the Sea to Help Counter Global Warming

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Ken Buesseler & colleagues responded to an article about #mCDR in the @alaskabeacon.com that invites Alaskan coastal communities for a seat at the table via the #CLaM project. We agree. #OIF @cafethorium.bsky.social @wilburns.bsky.social @uafairbanks.bsky.social @aoos-alaska.bsky.social @whoi.edu

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Paul Morris @oceanobserver.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

🌊 Just finished day 1 of this 2-day workshop on Community Capacity Gaps for Responsible #mCDR. Great to have experts from all angles of mCDR in the room and talking to each other. #Oceanography #SocialScience #Governance cspo.org/research/mcd...

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Learn about why the oceans are a climate hero at the #CDR30 pavilion @cop30brazil.bsky.social 👉11 Nov, 15:30-17:00 👉 Details and live stream: lnkd.in/eNyKjdYy @cafethorium.bsky.social @whoi.edu @scrippsocean.bsky.social @climaterepair.bsky.social

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

This is such an important question, especially when scientific research must be impartial. Ken Buesseler of @whoi.edu will provide insight into what is needed to answer the scientific questions for #OIF #mCDR research. 👉 11th Nov, 10:30-12:00 at the GAUC Pavilion @cafethorium.bsky.social #COP30

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

🌊ExOIS will kick-off its #COP30 activities with a panel event at the #OceanPavilion on Monday 10th, 15-16h discussing the Challenges for #mCDR in the High Seas @pdemenocal.bsky.social @cafethorium.bsky.social @shaunfitzgerald.bsky.social 👉 oceanpavilion-cop.org/session/chal...

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

🌊ExOIS is at #COP30 with Ken Buesseler @cafethorium.bsky.social representing us there during week 1. Follow us for updates about which events ExOIS is participating in. #OIF #mCDR #OceanPavilion

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

🌊 Thank you to all who joined our event, The Oceans as a Climate Hero at #ClimateWeekNYC! Science must guide mCDR with safeguards, collaboration is key, and it’s time to scale responsible research. Learn more: oceaniron.org

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

🌊At #ClimateWeekNYC our panel event "The Oceans as a Climate Hero" will dive into ocean iron fertilization for #mCDR exploring the science and safeguards of responsible research, as well as how philanthropy and investment can support this work www.climateweeknyc.org/events/ocean...

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

ExOIS welcomes new team member Dr Katie Roche to support the development of an EPA permit application for research field studies for ocean iron fertilization (OIF) 🌊 @whoi.edu

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

🌊 Register for the GO2NE webinar to learn more about how ocean iron fertilization may change ocean oxygen @cafethorium.bsky.social @aoschlies.bsky.social

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

🌊 The ExOIS consortium is committed to applying the most rigorous and independent science to evaluating ocean iron fertilization as a method of mCDR. The community needs high-quality data aimed at reducing uncertainty on these types of biotic changes.

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

🌊 During #UNOC3, ExOIS convened a panel of experts to discuss the topic of environmental and ecological monitoring, reporting and verification (eMRV) for marine CDR. This discussion is just beginning and needs to be front and centre as the mCDR community moves forward.

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

🌊 This #UNOC3 off-site side event is happening today, 3:30pm local time near Port Lympia in Nice. See original post for details.

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

🌊 ExOIS is convening an off-site side event at #UNOC3 to discuss environmental and ecological #MRV to build trust and confidence in #mCDR research. Appetisers and a drink provided. 10th June, 15:30-17:30 FOAM, 1 Place du Pin, 06300 Nice, France Register: forms.gle/SHFVypTZo45D...

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Romany Webb @romany-webb.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

At #OOSC in Nice this week & am constantly hearing people say there is a global moratorium on #mCDR (or some specific approach like ocean fertilization). I heard the same last week at the Liege colloquium. It’s simply wrong. 🧵

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

🌊The ExOIS program office has an opening for a short-term position to help with the writing of an application for a permit for ocean iron fertilization #OIF field research in the high seas whoi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WHOI-E...

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Come and see the ExOIS has poster at #OOSC this week. To find us, enter La Baleine, walk straight, turn left at the yellow submarine, turn right behind the pavilion, poster P136 🌊

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Sarah Smith @smith8272.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

On to the poster session #1 at #LiegeOcean25! Come by and say hi - I’ll be at the @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social poster in the back corner, come chat with me to learn more about what we think still needs to be done to evaluate OIF for mCDR

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

ExOIS has been on the road again, this time in Dallas at the @earthxorg.bsky.social conference to discuss the research needed to understand #OIF as a potential method of #mCDR earthx.org/schedule/

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

ExOIS is hosting an info exchange event at the Alaska Marine Science Symposium to present plans for fieldwork into #OIF as a method of #mCDR and to hear from local communities what their thoughts and concerns are. Wed 29 Jan, 6-8pm Details: alaskamarinescience.org/workshops

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Exploring Ocean Iron Solutions @exois-oceaniron.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

ExOIS is now active on Bluesky! #ExOIS is a is a not-for-profit non-commercial consortium of experts that strives to foster partnerships for scientific research to study if #OceanIronFertilization is a safe and efficient method of #mCDR. Learn more: oceaniron.org

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