The emerging intersection between Marine Spatial Planning and Ocean Accounting: a global review and case studies
This paper presents the first analysis of the intersection between marine spatial planning and ocean accounting.
Knowledge products
Thematic research on ocean accounting, ocean governance and ocean sustainable development.
Marine Spatial Planning and Ocean Accounting: Synergistic tools enhancing integration in ocean governance
This paper explores the roles MSP and ocean accounting play in strategic ocean governance, and how synergies may be enhanced to further an understanding of complex ocean systems.
Ecosystem Services Factors
This report provides a compilation of global coastal ecosystem services factors for the purpose of enabling more coherent measurement of ocean services and the production of ocean accounts.
A Guide to Creating Core Ocean GDP Accounts
This guidance document provides a comprehensive introduction into how to create core ocean accounts.
The Global Ocean Asset Data Package
The Global Ocean Asset Data Guide provides practical support to countries for the use of global data on ocean assets in developing national ocean accounts.
Africa Dialogue Position Paper 2022
The paper summarises the thematic areas discussed at the Africa Dialogue and provides a number of recommendations for the advancement of ocean accounting and blue economies in Africa.
Core Ocean Statistics v.1.0
The aim of this study is to develop a set
Global Progress Assessment on Ocean Accounting (2022)
Note: an updated assessment was completed in 2025 and results
Experiences from Pilot Studies in Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism: A synopsis for policy makers
This report aims to showcase the excellent work conducted by pilot countries in advancing the implementation of Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism (MST).
Developing a SEEA Ocean
At its 49th session in March 2018, the United Nations