Healthy Seas: 2024 Key Achievements
In 2024, Healthy Seas made significant strides in marine conservation, expanding its activities and strengthening global collaborations. The latest activity report highlights key achievements in clean-ups, education, and prevention, reflecting the foundation’s commitment to healthier seas.
It was a year of action and growth, marked by new projects, strategic partnerships, and milestones that demonstrate the power of collaboration.
Impact Highlights from 2024
- 237 tons of fishing nets and marine litter removed or prevented from polluting the seas, entering a new cycle of regeneration;
- Collaboration with 1,250 fishers and fish farms to tackle marine debris;
- 10,000 children engaged through educational programs, fostering ocean stewardship;
- 550 divers volunteered during;
- 76 educational events
- 126 diving days.
One of the most significant milestones was a large-scale cleanup operation targeting three abandoned fish farms, which not only removed a substantial amount of marine litter but also brought global attention to the often-overlooked issue of ghost farms. Healthy Seas also expanded its impact with new projects in Ghana, partnering with local NGOs to address marine litter and support coastal communities.
In 2025, Healthy Seas will continue its mission with a focus on tackling ghost farms, launching new initiatives in Ghana, and deepening scientific research on the effects of marine litter. Educational activities will remain a priority, empowering younger generations to become advocates for ocean conservation.
Healthy Seas’ achievements demonstrate how collective action can drive meaningful change. Aquafil remains dedicated to supporting the foundation’s initiatives and promoting a future where marine ecosystems can thrive.
