LIFE BELOW WATER: WHY IT MATTERS (pdf)

What’s the goal here?
To conserve and sustainably use the world’s oceans, seas and marine resources.

Why?
Oceans provide key natural resources including food, medicines, biofuels and other products. They help with the breakdown and removal of waste and pollution, and their coastal ecosystems act as buffers to reduce damage from storms. Maintaining healthy oceans supports climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. And have you been to the seaside? It’s also a great place for tourism and recreation.