Here at Scuba Center Asia, we are very lucky to be involved in many conservation efforts. First, we are a 100% PADI AWARE dive center. This means that every time you dive with us, we donate money towards maintaining and protecting our local MPAs. We also work closely with the Marine Megafauna Foundation (MMF) to monitor our dive sites. We do this by reporting mantas in the area. We also alert the MMF of any unusual or exciting creatures we spot on our dives. Finally, we also conduct regular clean up dives to remove trash from the oceans. This not only makes our dive sites more beautiful but also prevents marine animals from eating trash and getting sick.
If you are a diver who wants to make a difference there are a number of things you can do.
- First, educate yourself and others about the issues around marine conservation. Education will allow you to understand how to be a conscientious diver who respects the ocean.
- Second, practice good and prudent diving. By practicing your skills you can reduce your impact on the local environment while diving.
- Finally, participate in citizen science. As a diver, you probably know your local dive site better than anyone else. By reporting changes in your area, you can help scientists monitor the health of our oceans.
We as divers have a responsibility to protect our oceans. Here at Scuba Center Asia we are always conscious of our impact on the ocean. If you would like to learn more, why not take a Project Aware specialty course or join us on our next Dive Against Debris?
