On June 8, people around the globe mark World Oceans Day, highlighting the ocean’s critical role in sustaining life and urging action to protect its future.
World Oceans Day is observed every year on June 8 to raise awareness about the importance of the ocean and the urgent need to protect it. First proposed at the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro and officially recognized by the United Nations in 2008, the day serves as a global call for collective action to preserve ocean health and stabilize the climate.
Covering over 70% of the planet, the ocean is central to life on Earth. It produces more than half of the oxygen we breathe, supports much of Earth’s biodiversity, and provides a main source of protein for over a billion people. It also plays a major role in the global economy, with ocean-based industries projected to employ 40 million people by 2030.
Despite its vital importance, the ocean is under severe threat. Over 90% of large fish species are depleted, and nearly half of all coral reefs have been destroyed due to human activity. Scientists and environmentalists are calling for urgent cooperation to stop further damage and restore the ocean’s natural balance.
The theme for World Oceans Day 2025 is “Wonder: Sustaining what sustains us.” This year’s observance is especially significant, as it falls within the UN Decade of Ocean Science and the lead-up to the World Ocean Conference. The theme highlights not only the ocean’s role in supporting life, but also the sense of awe it inspires—and the need to protect it with wisdom, respect, and global unity.
Hosted by the UN Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea in partnership with the nonprofit Oceanic Global, the 2025 program focuses on education, awareness, and mobilizing citizens around the world for sustainable ocean stewardship.
World Oceans Day reminds us that the ocean is not just a distant body of water—it is the planet’s lifeline, deeply connected to our daily lives and future well-being.
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