About
Ocean Conservancy was founded in 1972 as the Delta Corporation to promote healthy and diverse ocean ecosystems, and to oppose practices that threaten oceanic and human life.
Through several program areas, Ocean Conservancy advocates for protecting of special marine habitats, restoring sustainable fisheries, reducing the human impact on ocean ecosystems and managing U.S. ocean resources.
Ocean Conservancy efforts are guided by a 17-member volunteer board of directors.
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