The ocean comprises 71% of the earth's surface and is an integral part of

      every aspect of human life. Throughout history, the ocean has connected our world —

      through exploration and scientific inquiry, immigration and acculturation, trade, and    

      the exploitation of maritime resources. The ocean is essential to human well-being

      through production of fresh water, food, energy, and medicine. Without a healthy

     ocean, our survival is at risk.

 

     To understand the ocean — and thereafter to act on its behalf — requires

     comprehensive, responsible information. As an integrated, global social system, ocean

     knowledge is complex and synergistic. The sites recommended here can provide the

     best organized, most comprehensive resources for answers to your ocean questions.