Author name: Peter Schulte

I’m the founder & Executive Director of 501c3 nonprofit Spark of Genius. In this role, I edit the weekly Good News For Humankind newsletter, write about personal transformation and social change, and serve as a purpose coach supporting anyone looking to make their contribution to the greater good.

Coral underwater, for article on marine protected area

Ocean & marine protection: the wins safeguarding life beneath the waves

Marine protection is delivering measurable results worldwide: more than 10% of the ocean is now formally protected, the High Seas Treaty entered into force in 2026, and dozens of nations are hitting or exceeding the 30×30 biodiversity target. This hub tracks the biggest ocean conservation wins — from coral restoration breakthroughs to historic fishing reforms and landmark legal rulings.