The Overall Importance Of Ocean Conservation

By Nancy Russell


When it comes to conserving natural resources there are several areas which are in need of assistance. One of the most important of which is that of Ocean Conservation. While there are many organizations currently working in this area, many are more efficient at getting things done than others. As such, before giving to any non-profit, it is good to know the facts, goals, purpose and priorities of the organization.

Two of the most integral organizations working in this area are the Ocean Conservancy and the Marine Council. Both of which have a number of staff and volunteers working in this area. In addition, each non-profit has a purpose along with a set of priorities and goals related to conserving the oceanic environment in order to sustain life on a world wide basis. As such, there are also a number of universities offering degree programs in these areas.

When it comes to the Ocean Conservancy, these goals include keeping an active and thriving oceanic environment for the people and wildlife which depend on its valuable natural resources. Whereas, the Marine Conservation Council and other similar organizations work to promote the health and well being of oceanic life in all its forms.

Both the Ocean Conservancy and the Marine Council have been around for quite some time. As such, both are often well respected by agency, corporate, government and private donors. For, while both have different yet similar goals, the ultimate priority is to save valuable natural resources which are necessary in sustaining a multitude of life forms.

Yet, neither of these organizations can continue to do this necessary work without the help of donors, volunteers and staff. For the most part, non-profits are ran solely on the donations of corporations, private individuals and in some cases, governments. Although, when it comes to eliminating acidification from the ocean floor, combating climate change and restoring coastlines and waterways after man-made and natural disasters, the funds received are often not near enough to complete these projects.

When it comes to the Marine Conservancy Council, it has helped to spearhead efforts designating and strengthening marine sanctuaries while protecting sea turtles through volunteer efforts around the world. The volunteers associated with the council are also part of a group related to cleanup of 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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