Boosting biodiversity

Today, the importance and benefits of marine conservation are more well-known than ever. But although the ocean covers around 70% of the planet, less than 8% is currently protected. Meanwhile, concerns remain over commercial fishing methods, overfishing and the impact of aquaculture on the ocean through the spread of disease between wild and farmed fish or nutrient and chemical effluent discharge from farms and their knock-on effects on biodiversity. With ocean conservation high on global and regional agendas, creating a sustainable marine habitat is a key priority.