Today is World Ocean Day. It is the occasion for me to write on how oceans and seas are important for Mankind as 60 percent of the world population live in coastal areas.

Covering more than 70 percent of Earth, water bodies are the home of many species but are threatened in many ways, and this in staggering amounts.

This is a major source of concerns as they represent major resources. I propose you in today’s article an overview of the main threats. Continue reading »