Monday 8 June 2020

Clownfish in anemone. Oceans feed us, regulate our climate, and generate most
 of the oxygen we breathe. 
But despite their importance, oceans are facing unprecedented threats as a result 
of human activity. Grant Thomas / Coral Reef Image Bank.
8th June

World Oceans Day

"Our ocean is our future

When we think of public health risks, we may not think of the ocean. Increasingly, however, the health of the ocean is intimately tied to our health. Some may be surprised to read that organisms discovered at extreme depths are used to speed up the detection of COVID-19, and probably even more to learn that, it is the environment that could give a solution to humankind.

This is one of the multiple reasons why we should celebrate World Oceans Day: to remind everyone of the major role the oceans have in everyday life. They are the lungs of our planet, providing most of the oxygen we breathe. The purpose of the Day is to inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean, (…)." 


Watch this short video https://youtu.be/YyiuLwhUpH4

"The theme of UN World Oceans Day 2020 is “Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean.”Innovation—relating to the introduction of the latest methods, ideas, or products—is a dynamic term and one that is fundamentally filled with hope."
Theme 2020 World Oceans Day ...facebook.com



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