World Oceans Day

Written by Mr William Teng

 8 June is designated 'World Oceans Day' by the United Nations.

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'World Oceans Day reminds everyone of the major role the oceans have in everyday life. They are the lungs of our Planet and a major source of food and medicine and a critical part of the biosphere.

The purpose of the Day is to inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean, develop a worldwide movement of citizens for the ocean, and mobilize and unite the world’s population on a project for the sustainable management of the world's oceans.' -  taken from the UN site. (link)

Announcing World Oceans Day 2021

'The Ocean: Life and Livelihoods' is the theme for World Oceans Day 2021, as well as a declaration of intentions that launches a decade of challenges to get the Sustainable Development Goal 14, 'Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources', by 2030. - taken from the UN site (link)

Watch this year's video on the UN's World Oceans Day 2021 site. (link)

You may also access the video directly here.

There is an emerging trend of doing away with plastic straws and bringing along personal tumblers to reduce plastic consumption and pollution. This is one way we can play our part in conservation.

Link to site: https://unworldoceansday.org/un-world-oceans-day-2021/

Link to video: https://vimeo.com/560108063