As an ocean health and human health research for the past 20 years I am very aware of the anthropogenic changes to our ocean environments and the ...
8 Ways to Reduce Waste During the Holiday Season
Americans throw away 25% more trash during the holiday season, Thanksgiving to New Year's, than any other time of year. Here are some suggestions ...
Every Other Breath You Take Comes From the Ocean
The vast global ocean covers most of our planet and sustains us. Every other breath we take comes from the ocean. Oxygen comes from photosynthetic ...
Small Actions for Ocean Conservation
The interconnections between ocean health and human health and well-being underscore the importance for effective and sustainable ocean conservation ...
A Grateful Heart: Giving Thanks to the Life-Sustaining Ocean
In the US as we gather and share moments of gratitude this Thanksgiving, let's take a moment to extend our appreciation to our vast and ...
The 7 Fundamental Concepts of Ocean Literacy
All of us can be ocean stewards and embrace the global ocean that sustains, nourishes, and inspires us. 1) The ocean affects every human life. ...
Hawaiian Wisdom for Ocean Conservation Practices: Living Pono
Living Pono embodies a deep reverence for nature and acknowledges the interconnectedness of all things. Rooted in ancient wisdom, this philosophy ...
7 Reasons Healthy Oceans Foster Healthy People
1. Healthy oceans provide a wide range of nutritious seafood for people including salmon, halibut, crab, and shellfish and many others. 2. Healthy ...
3 Ways Awe of the Ocean Can Save our Blue Planet
“Awe is the feeling of being in the presence of something vast and mysterious that transcends your current frame of reference that requires that you ...
Four Ways that Climate Change Impacts the Ocean
Climate change is the most pressing ocean conservation issue of our time. Concerted global efforts are needed to reduce carbon emissions, protect ...