Covering 71% of Earth’s surface, our oceans aren’t just pretty vacation backdrops – they’re literal life-support systems. Recent UN Ocean Conference talks in France highlighted how these "blue lungs" absorb 20-30% of human-made CO₂ and feed nearly 3 billion people worldwide. Yet less than 1% of international waters are protected. 😱
Swimming With Purpose 🏊♀️📸
Journalist Kate Johnson, who’s dived everywhere from Spain’s coasts to Cambodia’s Koh Rong, puts it bluntly: "Seeing rainbow fish dart through coral reefs changed how I view conservation." Her firsthand experiences reveal a fragile ecosystem where plastic often outnumbers sea creatures – a wake-up call for Gen Z travelers and eco-warriors alike.
Why Youth Action Matters Now ⏳💡
Deep-sea mining and overfishing threaten species we haven’t even discovered yet! With the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals looming, global youth campaigns like #OneHomeSharedFuture are pushing for marine protection policies. As Kate says: "This isn’t just about saving fish – it’s about securing humanity’s future."
