World Oceans Day 2009
June 5, 2009
Monday, June 8, is World Oceans Day and the theme this year is “One Ocean, One Climate, One Future”.
We live on a blue planet, dominated by the ocean which covers 70% of its surface. The world’s ocean and climate are inextricably linked: the ocean plays a crucial role in maintaining the Earth’s climate, and ocean life is vulnerable to climate change. Likewise, in our interconnected world, the ocean affects us and we affect the ocean. A healthy ocean helps to absorb excess carbon dioxide, provides jobs and food to people the world over, and regulates climate and temperature.
Why Should I Celebrate World Oceans Day?
The Ocean:
- Generates most of the oxygen we breathe
- Helps feed us
- Regulates our climate
- Cleans the water we drink
- Offers us a pharmacopoeia of potential medicines
Find local events celebrating World Oceans Day and if you don’t live near a beach, don’t worry – there are events near you, too. For example, many zoos are having an event in their exhibits that feature sea life!
