How Oceans Benefit Humanity

Oceans provide:

1. Food – fish, shellfish, seaweed.
2. Transportation – global shipping lanes.
3. Recreation & Tourism – beaches, diving, boating.
4. Climate Regulation – heat absorption, carbon sink.
5. Biodiversity – unique species, research potential.
6. Renewable Energy – wind, tidal, wave power.
7. Mineral Resources – oil, gas, seabed minerals.
8. Scientific Research – climate, marine biology.

Sustainable stewardship is vital.