Saving our oceans, our future

To conquer the dual interrelated challenges of Covid-19 and environmental pollution, start small and dream big, says the grandson of renowned marine explorer and conservationist Jacques-Yves Cousteau.

Waves hit a sculpture of Philippe Cousteau at the Anchor Museum of Salinas, Asturias, northern of Spain on Dec 28 2020. PHOTO: EPA-EFE
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(NYTIMES) - "No ocean, no life." Being a Cousteau, this message was practically written into my DNA. And it's one I've tried to share with the world through my many years of work as an environmental advocate.

Unfortunately, given the dire state of our oceans today, it's clear that the message hasn't gotten through to most people.

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