London Convention and London Protocol Assessment Framework for Scientific Research Involving Ocean Fertilization

This “Assessment Framework for Scientific Research Involving Ocean Fertilization” is designed for Contracting Parties to evaluate proposed activities that fall within the scope of Resolution LC-LP.1(2008). Ocean fertilization is defined as any activity undertaken by humans with the principal intention of stimulating primary productivity in the oceans. This Framework provides a tool for assessing proposed activities on a case-by-case basis to determine if the proposed activity constitutes legitimate scientific research that is not contrary to the aims of the London Convention or Protocol.