Thanks for joining the Oceana WaveMaker network! We are a committed group of individuals looking to work together to protect our oceans and the creatures that call them home. We'll need the full support of hundreds of thousands of WaveMakers like you to bring about change in government, companies and consumers.
Oceana is the largest international organization focusing solely on ocean conservation. What sets us apart from many other environmental groups is that our campaigns are strategic, focused and grounded in science. By concentrating our full energy on a select number of issues, we are able to achieve impressive victories.
Our team of scientists, economists, lawyers and advocates has identified four ocean threats that demand immediate action:
Overfishing: Scientists estimate that 90 percent of the big fish, like blue fin tuna and sharks, have been depleted over the past 50 years. We are fighting for tougher quotas, and more efficient fishing methods to reduce the incidental catch of non-targeted species. >>
Habitat Destruction: Commercial bottom trawlers drag heavy gear across the seafloor, destroying 1,000-year-old corals and the ecosystems they support. We are calling for an end to this most destructive fishing practice. >>
Mercury Contamination: The FDA has warned women of child-bearing age to limit their consumption of certain types of seafood. We believe consumers have the right to eat mercury-free fish, so we're working to stop the pollution at its source and inform the public about the FDA advisory. >>
Global Warming: Rising global temperatures are wreaking havoc on our planet, and the oceans are no exception. Rising sea levels, ocean acidification and coral bleaching are just a few of the symptoms. Oceana is advocating for emissions regulations on the shipping industry - a source of pollution overlooked by many global warming champions. >>
I'll be asking for your help to take action on these and other important issues. I hope I can count on you to send a letter, sign a petition, make a phone call and more when the time comes.
Thanks again for becoming a WaveMaker!
For the oceans,
Maureen McGregor
E-activism Manager
Oceana
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