Fundamental changes need to be made in the way our oceans are
managed. We must shift from destructive to sustainable
fisheries. A sustainable fishery is one that doesn’t reduce fish
stocks or impact marine biodiversity. Examples of sustainable
fishing techniques include pole and line fishing, drop lines and
troll lines. We also need to provide a safe haven for marine
life and close some areas of ocean to all human activity.
Greenpeace is campaigning for a global network of marine
reserves that cover 40% of our oceans. Marine reserves are
essential to restoring and preserving the health of our oceans.
We take to the high seas to defend the oceans from unsustainable
and pirate fishing. We track and expose destructive fishing
practices that kill tonnes of marine life. Greenpeace's ships
are used at the forefront of our oceans campaign, bearing
witness, documenting and taking action against illegal and
destructive fishing. The Esperanza, returned in 2011 to defend
Pacific livelihoods and safeguard its precious ma