Can we protect thirty percent of the world's oceans by the year 2030?
In short: National Geographic Explorer Enric Sala left academia to dedicate his life to ocean conservation. This episode follows his journey from diving in the Arctic to swimming with sharks, highlighting his mission to establish marine preserves that now span an area twice the size of India.
Enric Sala, a National Geographic Explorer in Residence, transitioned from a career in academia to focus on marine protection. His field work has taken him to diverse environments, including the Arctic, Palau, and Millennium Atoll. These expeditions serve as the foundation for his advocacy, which has successfully resulted in the creation of 24 marine preserves.
The total area of these protected zones exceeds twice the landmass of India. Despite this progress, Sala continues to pursue an ambitious global goal: securing protection for 30 percent of the world's oceans by 2030.
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