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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• Field Conservation Projects
• Sustainable Living
• Conservation Research