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My wish: Protect our oceans | Sylvia Earle

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My wish: Protect our oceans | Sylvia Earle

Legendary ocean researcher Sylvia Earle shares astonishing images of the ocean -- and shocking stats about its rapid decline -- as she makes her TED Prize wish: that we will join her in protecting the vital blue heart of the planet.

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  1. What Are Some Changes in the Sea That Have Affected Us at 1:12

    There are several changes we are seeing. Full answer

  2. Why Is the Ocean So Important to Us at 4:58

    With every drop we drink, every breath we take, we are connected to the sea no matter where we live. Full answer

  3. How Does Excess Carbon Dioxide Affect the Ocean at 9:18

    It not only drives global warming, but it’s changing ocean chemistry, making the sea more acidic. It’s bad news for coral reefs, planktons, and us. Full answer

  4. What Should We Be Doing When We Eat Something From the Sea at 10:56

    We should be thinking of the real cost. For every pound that goes to the market, more than 10 pounds — even 100 pounds— may be thrown away as bycatch. Full answer

  5. What’s the Good News and Bad News About the Oceans at 12:52

    There are more than 4,000 places in the seas around the world that have protection. The bad news is, you have to look hard to find these places on Google Earth. Full answer

  6. How Can We Cope With Climate Change at 15:21

    We need new ways to generate power. We need new and better ways to cope with poverty, wars, and diseases. Full answer

  7. What Is One Wish About the Ocean to Fulfill in the Future at 16:34

    Sylvia’s wish is that we would use all means at our disposal to ignite public support for a global network of marine protected areas— hope spots large enough… Full answer

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