The ocean covers 70% of our planet and every day the sea and marine life are under threat because of many reasons mainly caused by us people. Around 8 million tons of trash are tossed into the ocean daily and 80% of the marine pollution comes from land. Drastic measurements need to be taken because many sea creatures will become extinct, the harmony of the marine ecosystem will be destroyed, and the ocean that we people love to visit can possibly create health issues for us all. By making a few simple lifestyle choices we can save this blue planet!

10 Steps That YOU Can Do to Help Save Our Oceans and Marine Life

1) REDUCING the Use of PLASTICS

2) Use ECOFRIENDLY PRODUCTS

3) REDUCE ENERGY Consumption/Mind Your CARBON FOOTPRINT

4) CONSERVE Water

5) DON’T Purchase Items That EXPLOIT MARINE LIFE

6) Make SUSTAINABLE Seafood CHOICES

7) SUPPORT Organizations Protecting OCEAN/MARINE LIFE

8) HELP Take CARE of the BEACH

9) TRAVEL the OCEAN RESPONSIBLY

10) EDUCATE COMMUNITY on REDUCING OCEAN POLLUTION

S.M.A.R.T. OBJECTIVES

By 2030 reduce the pollution, plastics, and trash that falls into the ocean by 50%.

Obtain 40% more money for research focused on saving marine wildlife and oceans by 2025.

By 2028 encourage 50% of U.S. businesses to use less plastics and more eco-friendly products.

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