Into the depths: why investors need to care about the Ocean

The ocean is critical for life and plays a vital role in climate regulation. The 'blue economy,' valued at $2.5trn annually, encompasses marine activities such as renewable energy, shipping, tourism, fishing, aquaculture, and blue technology, making oceans the seventh-largest global economy by GDP. A sustainable blue economy offers investment opportunities and substantial environmental benefits.
 
However, the health of the ocean is under severe threat due to pollution, marine overexploitation and climate change. These pressures pose risks to industries, businesses, and livelihoods within the entire blue economy. Despite the growing interest in sustainability from investors - and David Attenborough’s recent documentary - awareness of the ocean's role in combating the climate and biodiversity crises remains low. It is crucial that the momentum towards sustainability does not neglect the ocean and marine biodiversity.