Like siblings, the sky above and the waters around us share many characteristics – most notably, a need to be protected. As greenhouse gas emissions continue to threaten our world, restoring and maintaining the health of our ocean through efforts such as the Blue Nature Alliance can help to preserve biodiversity and buffer the planet against the devastating impacts of climate change.

We are proud to be part of this initiative that facilitates significant progress toward Colombia’s goal of protecting 30% of its seas by 2030. This commitment supports the preservation of this megadiverse country for its future generations and, in turn, contributes to the well-being of local communities.

The Blue Nature Alliance’s commitment to support Indigenous-driven ocean management will set a powerful example for others to follow. Oceans North is proud to partner with the Alliance to work with communities to safeguard a healthy, abundant ocean for future generations.

The health of the ocean will ultimately determine the survival of humankind on our planet. We all share responsibility for the decline in the ocean’s health and the measures required to restore and sustain it. With activities grounded in the best available science, the Blue Nature Alliance is expected to greatly expand much-needed conservation of key ocean ecosystems.

The South Atlantic is a truly precious environment, teeming with globally important wildlife. I’m so grateful to the Blue Nature Alliance for supporting a long-term financial mechanism that will help us protect our island home and our waters for generations to come.