The ocean covers 72 percent of the Earth’s surface; contains 97 percent of the planet’s water; and provides 99 percent of the Earth’s habitat. Furthermore, the oceans support the life of almost half the species on Earth and 80% of these life forms are found only in the ocean. While the sea is teaming with life, human impacts on marine ecosystems are significant - overfishing, pollution and coral reef bleaching. Saving, restoring and protecting our ocean, our coasts and our marine inhabitants are essential for preserving the health of the ocean upon which human society depends.
