Imagine diving into the crystal-clear waters offshore of Miami, only to find yourself surrounded by a scene of devastation. A moonscape. The water, once teeming with life, is clouded with sediment, and vibrant coral reefs are now buried beneath a layer of sand. This is the grim reality made manifest by the PortMiami dredging project that occurred from 2013 to 2015. The project resulted in catastrophic damage to adjacent coral reefs, triggering legal action by Miami Waterkeeper and co-plaintiffs. Despite the dredging company’s initial attempts to downplay the environmental impact, subsequent scientific research uncovered extensive coral mortality, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has now released a report that supports our finding that millions of corals were likely killed and at least 278 acres of the Florida Reef Tract were severely impacted.
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Tell World Leaders It’s Time to Meet Their 30×30 Commitments
We’re demanding that world leaders fulfill their commitments to protect 30% of our planet by 2030.
Can you help spread the word?
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Today, less than 3% of the ocean is highly protected. To make real progress for the planet, world leaders must fulfill their promises to protect 30% of their national waters. Join me and demand that they take action at on.only.one/30-x-30 #Ocean30x30
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The world has agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 – but right now less than 3% is highly protected. Tell world leaders why it is crucial we make real progress before it’s too late. Together let’s make #Ocean30x30 a reality. on.only.one/30-x-30 #Ocean30x30
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Join me and add your voice to the global #Ocean30x30 movement – a community of advocates demanding that world leaders take action to protect biodiversity. Add your name to help curb this global climate crisis: on.only.one/30-x-30
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Last December, world leaders committed to protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030 – but promises mean nothing without action. In order to see real impact for the planet, we must come together and hold them accountable. Join me in the #Ocean30x30 movement and voice your support at on.only.one/30-x-30
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We have 7 years to stop the biodiversity crisis – and it will take a movement to make a difference. Urge world leaders to meet their commitments to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030. on.only.one/30-x-30 #Ocean30x30
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Today, less than 3% of the ocean is highly protected. To make real progress for the planet, world leaders must fulfill their promises to protect 30% of their national waters. Join me and demand that they take action at on.only.one/30-x-30 #Ocean30x30