Knowledge products

Thematic research on ocean accounting, ocean governance and ocean sustainable development.

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

Ecosystem accounting for the ocean

Guidance on classifying coastal and marine ecosystem types, their conditions and services, as well as recommendations on the treatment of areas beyond national jurisdictions.

Blue Paper: National Accounting for the Ocean and the Ocean Economy

This Blue Paper highlights the opportunity for incorporating ocean accounts into national accounting frameworks and the data and technology already available at our fingertips to do so.