The Ultimate Guide to Marine Protected Areas
The Ultimate Guide to Marine Protected Areas
The practical guide for MPA managers who need defensible evidence that protection is delivering results
Sofar Ocean
Apr 2, 2026
A comprehensive resource for MPA managers, conservation teams, and marine policy professionals navigating the gap between designation and real protection. What's inside:
- The core challenges facing MPA managers today — from budget constraints to the "paper parks" problem
- Current monitoring approaches and where critical gaps remain
- A criteria framework for evaluating monitoring solutions
- How the Spotter Platform addresses real-world MPA monitoring needs
- Case studies and a practical strategy framework for building your own approach