There are many things we can do to make our everyday lives more environmentally friendly: from saving ressources while shopping, to organising our household and our vacation in a sustainable way.
There are also many things to consider when we encounter fascinating marine animals. If we behave with kindness, we can enjoy the sight of the animals without disturbing them.
Read our tips on how to prevent harm to our environment, the ocean and marine animals.
Many of us dream of watching some of the wonderful wildlife that lives in the ocean. Should you be lucky enough to encounter marine animals, including seals, whales or dolphins, there are a few things to keep in mind in order to not disturb or threaten the animals.
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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.