# Global discussions on climate change and ocean health > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-discussions-on-climate-change-and-ocean-health > Updated: 2026-10-18T04:34:15.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Global experts are convening to address the multifaceted impacts of climate change on marine environments and economic stability. In Wellington, oceanographers focused on the biological consequences of ocean acidification and rising carbon dioxide levels. Discussions highlighted threats to organisms with calcium carbonate structures and the significance of plankton blooms following tropical storms. Experts noted these shifts represent major threats to marine ecosystems. Subsequent international forums expanded the scope to include the intersection of ocean health and financial risk. In Italy, researchers addressed polar ice melt, coastal protection, and biogeochemical cycles. Simultaneously, in the Philippines, financial leaders emphasized the need for international cooperation between central banks and governments to mitigate climate-induced economic uncertainty and cross-border financial shocks. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-18: Climate change impacts discussed in oceanography and financial risk forums Experts discuss climate change impacts, ranging from oceanographic shifts and coastal protection in Italy to managing global financial risks and economic resilience at the Green Swan Conference. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/climate-change-impacts-discussed-in-oceanography-and-financial-risk-forums ### 2026-10-12: Ocean experts meet in Wellington to discuss climate change impacts Ocean experts are meeting in Wellington to address climate change threats, including ocean acidification and its impact on marine organisms and ecosystems. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ocean-experts-meet-in-wellington-to-discuss-climate-change-impacts --- Cite as: Global discussions on climate change and ocean health. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/global-discussions-on-climate-change-and-ocean-health