As a southern california scuba diving instructor I see first-hand how the things we throw and flush away have a direct impact on our coastal environments. In addition to beling more thoughtful about how I dispose of my trash and what products I use in my shower and laundry, I have also become much more deliberate about how I purchase and order seafood in stores and restaurants (SEAFOOD GUIDE). Through conscientious consumption and education we can all work to protect the invaluable resources that are provided to us by the sea. To learn more about sustainable aquaculture and harvesting practices please visit one of these web sites.

Blue Ocean Institute: www.blueocean.org
Monterey Bay Aquarium: www.mbayaq.org
David Suzuki Foundation: www.davidsuzuki.org
Seafood Choices Alliance: www.aboutseafood.com

To learn more about the role of major groups in repairing and maintaining sustainable oceans:
www.un.org/esa/sustdev/mgroups/bdoc99-6