The Ocean: Earth's Greatest Resource

The ocean covers 70% of our planet and produces over half the oxygen we breathe. It regulates climate and feeds billions of people worldwide.

Why It Matters

Healthy seas mean a healthy planet. Marine ecosystems support an astonishing web of life, from microscopic phytoplankton to the largest whales.

Threats to Our Oceans

• Plastic pollution
• Overfishing
• Ocean warming
• Rising acidity

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