Life Below Water
Ekosistem Lautan
Deskripsi
The ocean economy supports millions globally but faces intensifying threats from overfishing, pollution and climate change. Despite a decade of conservation efforts, rising CO₂ emissions continue to drive ocean acidification and damage marine ecosystems. Strengthened enforcement has not sufficiently curbed overfishing and illegal practices that deplete fish stocks. Small-scale fisheries have gained support but require additional protection. Safeguarding oceans for future generations demands urgent scaling up of investment in sustainable fishing practices, comprehensive marine conservation and enhanced international cooperation. The United Nations Conferences to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development have galvanized global action to protect the ocean, in line with Goal 14.