The ocean is climate’s most overlooked front line. It absorbs most excel heat and a large share of CO2, yet remains peripheral in many climate plans and finance decisions. The results are visible: degraded reefs, stressed fisheries, intensified storms, and saltwater intrusion. Coastal and reef-reliant communities bear these impacts first, with limited influence over the responses.

Progress requires mainstreaming ocean–climate priorities into national plans and finance, scaling nature‑based coastal protection, and aligning tourism and fisheries standards with measurable ecosystem outcomes. My contribution is to help close the communication gap—translating marine science and community experience into clear, credible stories and decision‑ready materials that support practical action and durable coalitions.

Over the past five years, I have worked at the intersection of climate, biodiversity, and community storytelling across Southeast Asia. As a co-founder of EcoCupid, I scout and document grassroots environmental projects. I produce features and documentaries that amplify local solutions, including community climate solutions. I design and run environmental media workshop for communities leading environmental campaigns.

My academic background is in oceanography (MSc). My research focused on coral reef habitat mapping for marine spatial planning, using remote sensing, GIZ, and machine learning to support ecosystem-based management.