OSPAR Commission is a brand dedicated to protecting and conserving the North-East Atlantic and its valuable resources. With a rich history and a commitment to international cooperation, OSPAR works towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. At OSPAR, a variety of projects and initiatives are undertaken to address the challenges faced by the region.

The brand follows the principles of the Ecosystem Approach, Precautionary Principle, and Polluter Pays Principle. They also promote the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) and Best Environmental Practices (BEP) to ensure sustainable practices. OSPAR focuses on five regions within the North-East Atlantic: Arctic Waters, Greater North Sea, Celtic Seas, Bay of Biscay and Iberian Coast, and Wider Atlantic.

The brand works closely with contracting parties, has a dedicated secretariat/staff, and welcomes observers to contribute to their mission. Their work areas include biological diversity and ecosystems, hazardous substances and eutrophication, human activities, offshore industry, radioactive substances, and cross-cutting issues. Stay up to date with OSPAR's progress and publications that can be downloaded from their website.

Join them in their journey to protect and preserve the North-East Atlantic's delicate ecosystem for future generations