Hey there, Ocean Enthusiasts! 🌊
Guess what? The United Nations has just kicked off a super important event called the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France! 🇫🇷 This big meeting is all about how we can work together to protect our amazing oceans.
Why Should We Care About the Ocean?
Our oceans cover over 70% of the Earth’s surface. They give us air to breathe, food to eat, and are home to incredible creatures like dolphins, whales, and colorful fish! 🐬🐳🐠 But right now, our oceans need our help.
What’s Happening at the Conference?
Leaders and experts from all over the world have come together to talk about how to keep our oceans clean and healthy. They are focusing on Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG14), which is all about conserving and using the oceans wisely.
They have three main goals:
- Finishing important global agreements to protect the ocean.
- Finding ways to fund ocean protection and create a “blue economy” (that’s like a job market that helps the ocean!).
- Learning more about the ocean through science to make better decisions.
What Did the UN Secretary-General Say?
Mr. Antonio Guterres, the Secretary-General of the UN, said that the ocean is like “the ultimate shared resource, but we are failing it.” 😢 He wants all countries to work together and invest more in saving our oceans.
How Can You Help?
Even if you’re not at the conference, you can still make a difference! Here are some ideas:
- Reduce plastic use – say no to single-use plastics like straws and bags. 🛍️
- Learn more about marine life and share your knowledge with friends.
- Support ocean-friendly organizations and participate in beach clean-ups. 🏖️
Remember, every little action counts! Let’s work together to make sure our oceans stay beautiful and full of life for generations to come.
The conference will last all week, so stay tuned for more updates! 📢
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
