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Lewis Pugh Foundation
Little Gaddesden, Berhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1PN, UK
Region Active
Global
Charity
Activity
Marine conservation awareness and education, Marine protected areas, Protection of marine life, Protection of the oceans
Description
The Lewis Pugh Foundation (LPF) works for the preservation and conservation of our oceans. Founder Lewis Pugh is an ocean advocate and a renowned endurance swimmer who, via his remarkable initiatives in challenging conditions, shines a spotlight on the plight of the oceans. He is a UN Patron of the Oceans and currently promoting the creation of marine protected areas around Antarctica. His foundation promotes, for the benefit of the public, the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and ecological environment, particularly the marine environment. LPF also provides education and disseminates information about the marine environment and the importance of its conservation.