Why Do We Need to Protect Oceans? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. A healthy ocean regulates climate and reduce climate change impacts. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Ocean currents distribute heat across the globe, regulating temperature and weather. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. The ocean also absorbs over 90% of the heat and approximately 30% of carbon dioxide emissions produced by human activities. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What Are the Ocean´s Biggest Threats? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Overfishing. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Coastal pollution. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Habitat destruction. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Global warming. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Ocean acidification. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What Can We Do? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Conserve Water. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Reduce Pollutants. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Reduce Waste. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Shop Wisely. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Reduce Vehicle Pollution. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6. Use Less Energy. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Fish Responsibly. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8. Practice Safe Boating. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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