Marine Conservation Society | Ocean Protection Charity | Healthy …
WEBLet's clean our beaches together. Support the UK's leading ocean protection charity - get involved with the Great British Beach Clean between 20-29 September. We're the Marine Conservation Society, an environmental charity run by and for sea lovers. We're working toward a cleaner, better protected, healthier ocean: one we can all enjoy.
About us - Marine Conservation Society
WEBWe're the marine conservation charity, working to solve the climate crisis, protect marine wildlife and clean up our ocean. We take an all-encompassing approach to conservation by combining scientific research, advocacy, education, and community engagement to protect marine ecosystems and promote sustainable management of marine resources.
Who we are | About us | Marine Conservation Society
WEBWho we are. The Marine Conservation Society is the UK's leading marine charity run by and for ocean lovers. We work towards our vision of a sea full of life, where nature flourishes and people thrive. The Marine Conservation Society was founded in the United Kingdom in 1977 by a group of scientists, divers, and environmentalists that were ...
What we do | About us | Marine Conservation Society
WEBThe Marine Conservation Society secures space where species and habitats can recover. We’re campaigning for a minimum of 30% of UK waters being effectively managed by 2030 to protect wildlife and ecosystems. From seagrass planting and fish tagging to working with coastal communities, we're recovering the health of our seas in the UK and abroad.
Ocean pollution | Marine debris | Marine Conservation Society
WEBOcean pollution. Marine pollution has been reported as one of the five main drivers of the current biodiversity crisis, threatening 37% of marine mammals with extinction. Marine pollution is diverse, from tiny fibres which shed from clothes, to chemicals washed down the sink. Pollutants, including plastic, chemicals and bacteria travel from our ...
Ocean Facts and stats - Marine Conservation Society
WEBAmazing facts. Coral reefs cover 0.2% of the seafloor, yet they provide habitats to over a quarter of marine species. At 12m long, the basking shark is the second largest fish in the world. 77% of people who had visited the sea in the last 12 months said they felt happier. Kelps are seaweed that form dense, underwater forests.
Ocean emergency - Marine Conservation Society
WEBOcean emergency. Our ocean is at a tipping point. We are fighting to turn the tide and restore its health. Our ocean covers over 70% of our planet. It provides more than half the oxygen we breathe and absorbs nearly a third of our carbon emissions. But today, it’s in crisis. Right now, we’re polluting our waters and destroying precious ...
Manifesto for our Seas | Ocean policy - Marine Conservation Society
WEBOur Manifesto for our Seas sets out an ambitious and bold agenda for ocean protection and recovery, cementing our position as global leaders on the world stage. Ahead of the next General Election, this twelve-point policy framework addresses ocean pollution, promotes ocean recovery and sustainable fisheries, and delivers sustainable ocean ...
Ocean impact reports | About us | Marine Conservation Society
WEBOur Annual Impact Reports highlight our progress and our challenges each year, and let you see the lasting impact we are making thanks to your support. Here you can see our latest impact report, along with those for the last four years. Marine Conservation Society Annual Impact Report 2022 - 2023. Marine Conservation Society Impact 2023.
Habitat Damage | Ocean recovery | Marine Conservation Society
WEBHabitat damage. Underwater nature reserves, commonly called Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), act as sanctuaries for rare or threatened animals, plants and landscapes. These habitats are a vital tool in safeguarding our ocean's future. We work in the UK to try and prevent habitat damage by designating MPAs and making sure these vulnerable habitats ...