Where we focus
Ecosystems
why
it matters
Marine ecosystems generate 50% of the Earth’s oxygen and contain nearly 80% of the planet’s animal biomass. Meanwhile, some 500 million people depend on fishing for their livelihood and 3 billion worldwide depend on fish for food.
why
it’s challenging
Human activities have impacted 87% of ocean waters, which have lost 80% of their fish biomass over the past century. Over half of the ocean is subject to industrial fishing and 35% of fish stocks are in decline.
How
we help
We’re helping turn the tide for marine ecosystems, strengthening and enhancing environmental monitoring and protection.
Supporting enforcement and compliance for MPAs and fisheries
We help government agencies detect, deter, and prevent illegal activity in marine sanctuaries, regulated fisheries, and other sensitive ocean environments.
Verifying seafood is responsibly harvested
We help seafood buyers, certification programmes, and other market-based approaches verify responsibly caught fish throughout the value chain.
Stopping IUU seafood imports
Through our ZEROinFive initiative, we help local jurisdictions implement the international Agreement on Port State Measures (PSMA).
Assessing ecosystem impacts
We help governments, NGOs, and other parties evaluate the impact of human activity on marine ecosystems in both near-shore locations and on the high seas.
Our
approach
We leverage satellite imagery and other forms of remote monitoring, artificial intelligence, data science and analysis, and deep maritime sector expertise to deliver independent, actionable data intelligence paired with specific, localized recommendations and implementation support for our partners.
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