Ocean Conservancy

Celebrating more than 50 years of creating evidence-based solutions for a healthy ocean and the wildlife and communities that depend on it. Founded in 1972. 🐠

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

Hans has developed a deep connection to the ocean, and that connection has made ocean conservation a natural extension of his life as a sailor and is what drives his commitment to protecting the places where he plays.

Welcome to #TeamOcean, Hans! 🌊⛵️🌊

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

Introducing our newest Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Captain: Hans Henken! ⛵️

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

Today, Hans competes with the U.S. SailGP Team in the Rolex SailGP Championship and American Racing Challenge Team USA in the America’s Cup.

He draws on his sailing and engineering backgrounds while racing some of the fastest foiling boats in the world.

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Take action TODAY for #WorldMaritimeDay.

We still have time to defend these lifesaving protections, but we need to act fast. Add your name and tell your senators to defend our ocean and our air!

ACT NOW: https://t.co/Z631rVIDrz

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

You can help advocate for safer, cleaner shipping this #WorldMaritimeDay. 🚢

No matter where we live across the country, most of us rely on global shipping for everyday products.

And while shipping plays a big role in the U.S. economy, it also exacerbates climate change. ⚠️

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The numbers show just what’s at stake. Recent updates to the rules are projected to:

⛴️ Cut cancer risk near major ports by 55%+
⛴️ Reduce cancer-causing pollution by 89%
⛴️ Save $7+ billion in health care costs

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

Meet our newest Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Coach: Amani Toomer! 🏈

This NFL veteran and Super Bowl XLII champion's professional history is legendary, and we know his impact on the future of our ocean will be, too.

Welcome to TeamOcean, Amani! 🌊

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

ROLL CALL! 🌊 🗣️ 🌊

#InternationalCoastalCleanup Day is HERE, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate 41 years of fighting to end ocean plastic pollution with you!

Where are YOU cleaning up this ICC Day?

Comment and let us know, and don't forget to tag us in your posts!

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

A LOT of trash can be collected at cleanups, but our Clean Swell® app makes it easy to track all the types of debris you find.

Be sure to download the app before heading out to a cleanup this September! ✅

📲 https://t.co/IyZWgGLHCF

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

One of our favorite days of the year is almost here! 🎉

Join millions of global volunteers on a mission to protect our ocean from plastic pollution this weekend for #InternationalCoastalCleanup Day. 🌊

Dive in: https://t.co/YmNtFoHmsv

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

Ingested plastics have been found in nearly 1,300 marine species, including all families of seabirds and marine mammals and all sea turtle species.

But how much plastic is TOO much? How much is really deadly to marine wildlife?

Find out: https://t.co/H4Fna4aL9s

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

Meet our newest Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Coach: @oviemughelli34! 🏈

This 2x All-Pro @NFL veteran is an environmental leader, wellness advocate, author, media correspondent and medical consulting business owner.

Join Ovie on #TeamOcean at https://t.co/9uTwOR1LfE! 🌊

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

What if the plastic you cleaned up had ended up in the bellies of ocean animals instead of your trash bag?

Now featured in the Clean Swell® app, our Wildlife Impact Calculator helps you estimate the potential benefit of your cleanup for marine wildlife.

https://t.co/s8RsmEYdVj

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Did you know horseshoe crabs are basically living fossils? 😮

The oldest known species was discovered in 2008 and is estimated to be nearly 450 million years old. Their physiology has remained largely unchanged over time.

Ancient *and* awesome, if you ask us! 🌊

https://t.co/TmjRPnl8iX

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

The META program is incredibly important as it tackles some of the trickiest environmental issues within the maritime sector.

🚨 But funding is at risk. 🚨

Join us and call for cleaner, safer shipping:
https://t.co/OilVxhplP4

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

No matter where we live, many of us rely on global shipping for everyday products. And while shipping plays a large role in the U.S. economy … it also plays a large role in exacerbating climate change. 🚢 💨 https://t.co/OilVxhplP4

[Ocean Conservancy @OurOcean]

Did you know? 🌿

Manatees can weigh up to around 1,200 pounds and eat about 10% of their body weight in seagrass and mangrove leaves every day!

Learn all about these gentle giants and how you can help us protect the vulnerable habitats they depend on:

https://t.co/7B2d1DJaJV

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Though cone snail shells are often colorful and intricately patterned, that is *not* an invitation to be touched or picked up! ⚠️

These are actually some of the most venomous animals in the world, so you can look ... but DON'T touch! ✋

Learn more (from a distance): https://t.co/n0MhmRg1vz