Umberto Annino
Actuary As an animal lover, Umberto Annino originally wanted to become a veterinarian. However, he decided instead on a technical career and became a specialist in IT security. He also passes on his expertise in this field in his capacity as a lecturer for adult education. Umberto Annino first came in contact with OceanCare during his diving training in Lake Zurich, where he was joined by his dive master Sigrid Lüber and dive instructor Stefani Westphal Vonesch. In 2013, Umberto Annino was appointed Actuary of the OceanCare Board, thus benefiting wildlife from his professional experience after all. He also supports the OceanCare management regarding IT security and data protection.
Every year, approximately 9 million tons of plastic end up in the ocean – a deadly trap for millions of ocean inhabitants. Together we can stop the plastic wave and create a clean and healthy ocean.
The use of destructive fishing gear is one of the biggest threats to marine ecosystems. Together we can stop destructive fishing practises and protect the ocean and their inhabitants. The time to act is now.
Oil and gas exploration threatens marine ecosystems and life in the ocean. Together we can enforce a ban and protect our ocean. The time to act is now.
The deep sea is a unique habitat full of secrets and life. Resource extraction threatens to irreversibly destroy this treasure. Together, we can protect the deep sea. The time to act is now.
A healthy Ocean is essential for life on the blue planet.
We must stop harming our planet and start caring for it. The time to act is now.