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Counterpoint

A New Approach to Preserving Ocean Biodiversity

Dec 1, 2023
Monica Medina, President and CEO of Wildlife Conservation Society and former US Special Envoy for Biodiversity and Water Resources, discusses the challenges facing ocean biodiversity including pollution, overfishing, and climate impacts. The podcast explores the role of oceans in protecting biodiversity and combating climate change, the impact of world events on policymaking, the importance of the High Seas Treaty, and the significance of ocean conservation for the US economy and climate.
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  • Conserving and protecting the oceans is crucial to preserving biodiversity, maintaining climate stability, and ensuring the supply of oxygen on our planet.
  • Addressing ocean health issues requires global cooperation, accountability, and initiatives such as marine protected areas and innovative approaches like executive agreements.

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The Importance of Protecting Oceans

Oceans face significant challenges from pollution, overfishing, and the impacts of climate change. These stressors have far-reaching consequences, including rising ocean temperatures and increased storm activity. Conserving and protecting the oceans is crucial to preserving biodiversity, maintaining climate stability, and ensuring the supply of oxygen on our planet.

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