Oceans and Seas Fund
Support ocean-saving organizations through Milkywire and help secure the future of our planet.
Empower resilient oceans and communities
Oceans sustain 80 % of life on Earth and generate half of our oxygen, yet they face mounting threats from overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation. Milkywire’s Oceans and Seas Fund focuses on protecting endangered marine wildlife, reducing harmful plastic pollution, and restoring vital ecosystems like mangroves and seagrasses. By supporting conservation efforts, ocean clean-ups, and habitat restoration, we’re working to safeguard these crucial ecosystems for future generations.
Protect marine wildlife
Reduce marine pollution
Protect and restore marine ecosystems
Protect Marine Wildlife
Reduce Marine Pollution
Protect & Restore Marine Ecosystems
Oceans and Seas Fund pillars
The Oceans and Seas Fund brings together a diverse range of projects, each tackling unique challenges and themes. Centered around three core pillars, the fund’s framework is designed to drive impact across key areas.
Protect Marine Wildlife
Marine biodiversity is in a state of alarming decline, as key species such as whales, sharks, and sea turtles are endangered by habitat destruction, pollution, and excessive fishing. Currently, a mere 8.2% of the world's oceans have protection. There is an urgent requirement to secure an extra 23% as protected areas by 2030. Milkywire supports organizations committed to preserving marine life by engaging in direct protection efforts, conducting research, and generating knowledge. Additionally, we endorse projects aimed at establishing marine protected areas at both national and local levels.
The Inhambane Province in Mozambique hosts diverse marine megafauna populations, including manta rays and whale sharks, which face threats from overfishing and poaching. Marine Megafauna Foundation (MMF) plays a crucial role in protecting these species by conducting research and providing data to support conservation efforts. MMF contributes to adaptive management plans, advocating for expanded marine protected areas and addressing looming threats from industrial projects like oil and gas exploration and sand mining.
Reduce Marine Pollution
The escalating plastic crisis threatens marine life, annually, 11 million metric tons of plastic enter our oceans, joining an existing 200 million metric tons. There is a critical and pressing need to reduce the volume of plastics and other debris currently polluting marine ecosystems. Milkywire supports organizations that are involved in plastic reduction and other cleanup efforts aimed at minimizing waste in the oceans.
Pelagiska tackles plastic pollution on Sweden's west coast, where currents converge, accumulating plastic debris. By collecting plastic from the archipelago's islands before it breaks down into harmful microplastics, they can prevent an environmental disaster. With over 250 metric tonnes of marine debris collected in the last seven years, Pelagiska's efforts contribute to a cleaner and healthier ocean ecosystem.
Protect & Restore Marine Ecosystems
Mangroves, seagrasses, and other marine ecosystems act as carbon sinks, and shield coastal regions from storms, erosion, and help maintain water quality. They provide economic benefits through industries like tourism and fisheries and carry cultural importance as well. Milkywire supports numerous projects aimed at safeguarding and rejuvenating mangroves and other marine ecosystems for future generations. We support organizations that engage in grassroots efforts and work closely with local communities, while also advocating for policy changes at both the local and national levels.
Love The Oceans is committed to protecting the ocean off the Mozambique coast. Through a community-led approach, they are establishing a marine protected area while running various scientific research and community outreach projects. By promoting sustainable fishing practices and alternative livelihoods, Love The Oceans to achieve self-sustainability for the community through locally managed marine areas.
Protect Marine Wildlife
Mozambique
The Inhambane Province in Mozambique hosts diverse marine megafauna populations, including manta rays and whale sharks, which face threats from overfishing and poaching. Marine Megafauna Foundation (MMF) plays a crucial role in protecting these species by conducting research and providing data to support conservation efforts. MMF contributes to adaptive management plans, advocating for expanded marine protected areas and addressing looming threats from industrial projects like oil and gas exploration and sand mining.
Reduce Marine Pollution
Sweden
Launched in 2018, Hands 2 Oceans conducts regular dives to clear toxic waste, like lead batteries and electric scooters, from the Swedish east coast. With 300+ dives and 344,000 Kg of waste removed, the project aims to reduce environmental harm and promote recycling for a cleaner, safer ocean.
Protect & Restore Marine Ecosystems
Kenya + 1 countries
CORDIO East Africa is tackling the decline of marine resources by helping local communities embrace sustainable approaches. Through education and involvement, they aim to address the factors leading to coral reef deterioration and the degradation of marine resources, promoting beneficial results for both coastal communities and the environment in Eastern Africa.
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