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Marine Conservation organizations in North America, South America, Central America and the Caribbean
OCC Uruguay
Organization for Cetacean Conservation Uruguay, La Organizacion para la conservacion de Cetaceos, Organizacion Conservacion de Cetaceoa
La Paloma, Roche Dept, Uruguay
Region Active
South America
Non-profit
2000
Activity
Marine conservation awareness and education, Whales, Sustainable fishing, Marine protected areas
Description
The Organization for the Conservation of Cetaceans (OCC) in Uruguay works for the conservation of the marine ecosystem as well as the environment of the coastal communities, thus integrating ecological, socio-cultural and economic perspectives. They focus on marine conservation environmental education and awareness, responsible marine tourism, sustainable fishing and the creation of offshore MPAs.
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