The Problem and the Answer
Problem statement
The use of over-efficient fishing technology, the lack of sufficient scientific
data regarding the oceans, the ignorance and apathy of humanity towards this
oceanic crisis, and insufficient implementation of existing maritime agreements
are resulting in a decrease in the biodiversity of the ocean, changes to ocean
chemistry, changes in the genetic composition of marine species, disturbances
to the food web and ecosystem, collapse of fish stocks, and irreparable damage
to marine ecosystems and to the fishing industry (including all people
dependent on fish for sustenance, income, and cultural value).
Our Solution
Our solution is to preserve the ocean ecosystems global fisheries by ending
overfishing, preserving marine ecosystems, and developing alternative measures
to meet the nutritional needs of the international populace.
Implementation
We will achieve this solution through the implementation of an eclectic and
socially sensitive educational campaign, international diplomatic measures, and
the promotion of healthy ecosystems through sustainable fishing as defined and
achieved by several implementation areas (i.e. aquaculture, technology
restrictions, etc.).
Our Vision
We are scientists developing the best possible solution to save global fish
populations and marine ecosystems from collapse and provide sustainable global
fishing. We must speak for the fish and the solution above all else: while our
solution focuses on saving the oceans, it will be debated, altered, and
implemented by political figures with the needs of humanity as a priority.
Thus, a solution that is ocean centered will be implemented to balance the
needs of both oceans and humans. However, it is important to keep in mind that
while we place our focus on fish, preserving fish populations and ecosystems
will ultimately benefit humanity the most and is therefore universally
desirable.