Impact Goals
WHOI's Campaign for Our Ocean Planet is focused on four bigger-than-WHOI impact goals. Rooted in our historic strengths and unique capabilities, they highlight WHOI's scientific and technological expertise, discoveries, and innovations and the many ways we leverage them for the benefit of human society and our ocean planet.
Impact Goal
Breakthrough Ocean Science And Technology
Throughout human history, the ocean has inspired wonder and sparked imagination. The drive to explore and understand the ocean's mysteries has spurred innovation and discovery, aiding humanity and transforming societies for the better. Today, ocean science and technology offer unprecedented opportunities to address some of our generation's most pressing problems-from hunger to climate change to energy security.
Impact Goal
Protect Ocean Ecosystems and Wildlife
The ocean supports a remarkable abundance and diversity of life. From the tiniest plankton to the largest whale, life in the ocean forms complex food webs, feeds our families, and helps control global climate. Yet through our activities, we are putting ocean life at risk. Today, we are leveraging ocean science and technology to develop solutions that protect wildlife and restore ecosystems, helping to sustain our living ocean now and for the future.
Impact Goal
Confront Pollution and Climate Impacts
The ocean is under threat. Climate change and pollution are disrupting ocean ecosystems and driving precious species to extinction. Today, ocean science and technology are creating new and better ways to reduce human impacts on the marine environment-and unlock the potential of ocean-based climate solutions while guarding against their unintended consequences.
Impact Goal
Open New Possibilities for Human Lives and Livelihoods
With a rapidly changing climate and global population expected to exceed 10 billion this century, we face a critical need for new and renewable sources of water, food, energy, and jobs. Today, ocean science and technology are leading the way to ensure food and energy security, boost the blue economy, and sustainably meet humanity's growing needs.
Giving Opportunities
What will your Impact be?
Support the ideas, people, and tools solving global ocean challenges.