Keep Poop in the Loop: A Global Sewage Treaty for Our Ocean

Presented by: Jasmine Fournier of Ocean Sewage Alliance and Jenny Myton of Coral Reef Alliance Date/Time: Tuesday, May 19 at 1 pm EDT/10 am US PDT/5 pm UTC Description: Nearly half of the world's wastewater flows untreated into our rivers and oceans, fueling biodiversity loss, threatening human health, and costing the global economy over $4 trillion annually. But here's the good news: it's solvable. Eliminating sewage pollution isn't just good for the ocean; it's good for business. Clean water supports healthier ecosystems, more resilient reefs, and sustainable coastal economies. It's a win-win-win. This webinar brings together the vision for a Global Sewage Treaty with real-world experience from Coral Reef Alliance, an organization working at the intersection of marine conservation, wastewater management, and international policy. Jasmine Fournier, Executive Director of the Ocean Sewage Alliance, will lead the discussion on the Global Sewage Treaty, outlining the vision for a United Nations framework and the growing movement behind it. Joining the conversation is Jenny Myton, Global Lead, Protected Areas and Clean Water Solutions at Coral Reef Alliance. Drawing on her experience engaging with United Nations frameworks, including the Cartagena Convention, Jenny will share how global agreements can translate into local action. She will highlight Coral’s work in West End, Roatán, Honduras, where improved wastewater management has led to measurable gains in reef health and community resilience. Explore how a United Nations treaty could establish international standards, unlock financing, and support locally led solutions to end sewage pollution. Hosted by: Ocean Sewage Alliance and OCTO