Perreault Magazine - 27 -
Only about 10 percent of the ocean has been seen, let alone explored. DOER’s three-person Explorer sub will provide access in depths to 1000 meters. The 11,000-meter Deep Search vehicle, with a glass personnel sphere, will be able to explore the full range of depth with unprecedented visibility – and capability. Remotely operated vehicles, instruments and underwater “drones” are essential tools for exploring, understanding and caring for the ocean, but there is no substitute for being there.
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What would you like to say to our readers, and how can they get involved?
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Look in the mirror, consider your talents, and think about how you might use them to make a difference. Some have artistic skills, others are good with numbers or have a way with words. Everyone has power to make a difference as an individual – or by joining the company of others who share a common goal. The key is in knowing that what you do matters, including doing nothing!
The Global Partnership for Oceans
The Global Partnership for Oceans is a growing alliance of governments, international organizations, civil society groups, and private sector interests committed to addressing the threats to the health, productivity and resilience of the world's oceans.