THE OCEAN
THE GREAT PROVIDER
The ocean is a source of food, jobs, and joy for all communities. It’s time to recognize and value the ocean as a Great Provider.
IT PROVIDES SPIRITUAL
AND MENTAL BENEFITS FOR
ALL OF US
The oceans fulfill something different for each individual: human health and well-being tend to be higher in proximity to healthy ocean ecosystems, like those found in fully and highly protected MPAs.
It provides
50%
of the air you breathe
It provides
16%
of all animal
protein
IT PROVIDES THE ANIMAL
PROTEIN WE EAT
Overall, the ocean is becoming less habitable for fish and wildlife. Hotter and more acidic oceans are putting biodiversity at risk, with 1/3 of reef forming corals and more than a third of all marine mammals threatened with extinction.
IT STABILIZES THE WORLD’S
CLIMATE & STORES
CARBON
For decades, the world’s ocean has literally been “taking the heat” for climate change, absorbing over 90% of the extra heat and nearly 1/3 of the pollution from greenhouse gas emissions.
It hosts
80%
of life on
the planet
IT PROVIDES LIVELYHOODS
FOR MANY AMERICANS
Ocean-based tourism and recreation contribute about $124 billion to the U.S. economy each year and employ almost 2.4 million Americans. These industries depend on a healthy ocean, clean beaches, and abundant fish and wildlife.
It absorbs
30%
of the pollution
30% OF THE OCEANS
PROTECTED BY 2030
THE OATH
A healthy ocean is good for our economy, our health, and the well-being of our communities. Climate action is needed to ensure the oceans can continue to be a source of life and livelihood for our planet.
Let’s get on the Ocean's side!
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