Did you know that less than 3% of the world’s oceans are effectively protected today?
Bottom trawling, a destructive fishing technique, endangers Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) by indiscriminately capturing marine life, including coral and endangered species.
In the UK, 80% of adults support banning bottom trawling in MPAs, yet only 3 out of 377 British MPAs ban it completely.
Ending bottom trawling is vital for marine conservation. The Global Returns Project supports charities like Blue Marine Foundation and ClientEarth, which advocate for effective ocean protection and legal strategies against bottom trawling.
Their joint efforts in initiatives like the Dogger Bank MPA highlight the need for a comprehensive approach to tackle the climate crisis, showcasing the success of the Global Returns Project model.
