The Life Saving Importance Of Ocean Conservation

By Nancy Russell


While there are several organizations working to preserve the ocean and its vibrant sea life and natural resources, some are better than others. In all cases, it is often donations from a number of different supporters which help with regards to Ocean Conservation. For example, most of these organizations are ran solely on donations from corporate and private entities. Therefore, it is often good to know the facts, goals, priorities and purpose of each before donating money or time to assist in these efforts.

The most notable of these organizations are the Ocean Conservancy and the Marine Council. Each agency has a specific set of goals and priorities as related to conserving marine life and the overall oceanic environment. As such, there are a now a number of colleges and universities which provide coursework and degree programs in marine biology as well as underwater environmental concerns.

The Oceanic Conservancy is concerned with keeping the ocean thriving with life while also maintaining a positive and nutrient rich environment for the communities and wildlife that need the ocean to survive. The Marine Council on the other hand, is working hard to promote the health and well being of the life swimming within ocean waters.

The Conservancy has been protecting the oceans and related environments for over forty five years. While the Marine Conservation Council has been around even longer. As such, these two are often considered essential in the success of this great endeavor. For, both have different through similar goals when it comes to saving the valuable resources which humans, sea life and wildlife need to sustain life.

Donations also go towards the effort of combating climate change, international coastal clean up and eliminating acidification from the ocean floor. A large amount of past proceeds have also been used to clean up the Gulf Of Mexico and other waterways following man-made and natural disasters. In some cases, local governments may also contribute monies to these non-profits, especially when human life is at risk.

The Marine Council has helped to spearhead efforts in replenishing what was at once endangered species such as the sea turtle. In addition, the agency is responsible for designating and strengthening marine sanctuaries so that these efforts can continue over time. Many volunteers associated with the council are also part of other non-profits which work to clean up coastal waterways as well as international coastlines.

It is often the staff and volunteers associated with these efforts who do the most important work such as surveying and tracking progress. As each of these organizations are considered to be working on a world-wide basis, it often requires thousands of volunteers to help achieve these goals. As the oceans also supply air, food and water to communities as well as to sea life living within these waters, this ongoing work is essential to survival.

While success is an ongoing endeavor, these agencies have seen great progress over the years when it comes conserving oceanic resources. For example, over one hundred forty four thousand pounds of trash have been removed from various coastal waterways and coastlines. Whereas, millions of paid as well as volunteer jobs have been created over the years. However, as litter continues to build and many jobs have been lost over the years, work in this area remains an ongoing and necessary process.




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