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Join us on November 4th for Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series as we welcome Amber Sparks and Emily Hazelwood, marine scientists and co-founders of Blue Latitudes, as they explore how California’s offshore oil and gas platforms have become unexpected sanctuaries for marine life.

Learn how scientists, regulators, and industry leaders are working together to preserve these vibrant underwater ecosystems by repurposing retired oil platforms into permanent artificial reefs, turning structures from our energy past into opportunities for a more sustainable ocean future.

Discover how innovative conservation solutions are helping protect marine biodiversity and reshape the future of our oceans! 🪸

🍔 BONUS: Enjoy FREE In-N-Out with your purchased ticket!

Date: November 4
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)

Tickets: $10 General Admission | FREE for Members & Students (with ID)

@bluelatitudesfoundation 
@amberpeach66 
ecallhoun 

🔗 Click the link in our bio for tickets and more information!
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Posted On: October 14th 2026, 08:30 pm
Join us on November 4th for Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series as we welcome Amber Sparks and Emily Hazelwood, marine scientists and co-founders of Blue Latitudes, as they explore how California’s offshore oil and gas platforms have become unexpected sanctuaries for marine life.

Learn how scientists, regulators, and industry leaders are working together to preserve these vibrant underwater ecosystems by repurposing retired oil platforms into permanent artificial reefs, turning structures from our energy past into opportunities for a more sustainable ocean future.

Discover how innovative conservation solutions are helping protect marine biodiversity and reshape the future of our oceans! 🪸

🍔 BONUS: Enjoy FREE In-N-Out with your purchased ticket!

Date: November 4
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)

Tickets: $10 General Admission | FREE for Members & Students (with ID)

@bluelatitudesfoundation
@amberpeach66
ecallhoun

🔗 Click the link in our bio for tickets and more information!
Comments (6)
manifestbotanicalss 14 days ago

manifestbotanicalss

Wish this was in San Diego!

run4sharks 17 days ago

run4sharks

🙌 let’s do this ! @randypoggio

sugarpop_beauty 19 days ago

sugarpop_beauty

If students are free do we get a meal too?

standuptotrash 20 days ago

standuptotrash

Yay!! I’m so glad this is happening!! 🪸🐠🤿

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