Conservation
The Oceanic Society has an integrated approach to marine life preservation, combining several initiatives to achieve a single goal.
Our conservation approach includes:
- Conducting scientific research as a basis for policy development
- Establishing and sustaining marine protected areas
- Fostering alternative sustainable livelihoods
- Collaborating with local grass roots organization
- Promoting environmental education
NEWS - February 2009: Dr. Sylvia Earle wins the coveted TED prize
Legendary ocean researcher Sylvia Earle shares astonishing images of the ocean -- and shocking stats about its rapid decline -- as she makes her TED Prize wish: that we will join her in protecting the vital blue heart of the planet.
Listen to her talk on how to protect the blue heart of our planet.
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