Beneath The Waves Inc.

Beneath The Waves is dedicated to promoting ocean health and using science and technology to catalyze ocean policy, with a focus on ocean giants, blue carbon, and the deep-sea. Our research creates the conservation evidence needed to inform broad-scale and region-specific policies, while also providing solutions to new or emerging conservation challenges.

Our vision is to protect and restore ocean ecosystems by increasing the establishment of marine protected areas and reserves, with a focus on preserving vital carbon sink habitats. We aim to strengthen and sustain existing protected areas while improving the conservation status of species through sustainable management practices. By advancing scientific research and fostering partnerships with local governments, we will accelerate ocean conservation efforts and support long-term, sustainable development for both the environment and communities.

Goal One: We have three core scientific research pillars, the first being Ocean Giants (OGs). OGs, such as sharks, large fish, marine mammals, and turtles, are vital mobile vertebrates that migrate across vast ocean expanses. They are key players in marine ecosystems, driving nutrient cycles and supporting biodiversity. OGs can also guide discoveries and offer valuable insights for human health.

Goal Two: We have three core scientific research pillars, the second being Blue Carbon. Blue Carbon, the carbon stored in marine ecosystems, is critical in mitigating climate change. We’re working to protect these areas, which sequester carbon far more efficiently than land ecosystems, helping combat climate change and preserve biodiversity.

Goal Three: We have three core scientific research pillars, the third being Deep-Sea. The deep sea contains vast fish biomass and sequesters up to 30% of atmospheric carbon. We are using non-invasive tools, including deep-sea cameras, water sampling, and submersibles, to monitor biodiversity and better understand and protect these critical, yet threatened, habitats.