2qhdp6j3hy_oceans_guide_1.25.22-9249e40e51ecdc35.pdf

The document describes oceans as a critical life-support system that regulates global climate and stores 83% of the global carbon cycle. It highlights severe threats including the annual entry of 8.8 million tons of plastic, illegal fishing causing $36.4 billion in annual losses, and the fact that over 30% of fisheries have exceeded biological limits. The guide encourages consumers to use MSC and ASC certifications to ensure sustainable seafood and to reduce single-use plastics. It also details WWF's efforts to create resilient ecosystems through sustainable fisheries, mangrove expansion, and Arctic habitat conservation.

• Oceans are essential for global survival, providing over half of the oxygen humans breathe and serving as the primary animal protein source for more than one billion people. They are the largest carbon store on Earth, with approximately 83% of the global carbon cycle moving through marine waters.
• Marine ecosystems are under significant pressure from plastic pollution, with an estimated 8.8 million tons of plastic entering oceans annually, which is compared to a garbage truck dumping a full load every 60 seconds.
• Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing is a major economic and ecological threat, accounting for $36.4 billion in global financial losses each year. It is estimated that up to 33% of seafood harvested globally is caught illegally, and more than 30% of global fisheries have surpassed their biological limits.
• Coral reefs, which support about 25% of all marine life and provide coastal protection and income for local communities, are disappearing due to climate change, pollution, over-fishing, and human interference.
• WWF implements several strategies to restore ocean health, including the expansion of mangrove coverage, the establishment of governance mechanisms for Arctic habitats, and the promotion of sustainable fisheries.

APA

WWF International (n.d.). 2qhdp6j3hy_oceans_guide_1.25.22-9249e40e51ecdc35.pdf. https://www.worldwildlife.org/documents/1139/2qhdp6j3hy_Oceans_Guide_1.25.22_.pdf

Chicago

WWF International. 2qhdp6j3hy_oceans_guide_1.25.22-9249e40e51ecdc35.pdf. n.d. https://www.worldwildlife.org/documents/1139/2qhdp6j3hy_Oceans_Guide_1.25.22_.pdf.

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BibTeX

@techreport{wwfinternationalnd2qhdp6j3hyoceansguide125229249e40e51ecdc35pdf, author = {{WWF International}}, title = {{2qhdp6j3hy\_oceans\_guide\_1.25.22-9249e40e51ecdc35.pdf}}, institution = {WWF International}, url = {https://www.worldwildlife.org/documents/1139/2qhdp6j3hy_Oceans_Guide_1.25.22_.pdf}, urldate = {2026-10-23}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }