World Oceans Day 2024: Date, Theme, History & Quotes That You Can't Miss

World Oceans Day is observed on June 8 every year. This day aims to raise awareness about the critical role oceans play in sustaining life on Earth.It also celebrates the many ways humanity and biodiversity depend on oceans. 

World Oceans Day 2024 Theme: 

The 2024 theme, 'Awaken New Depths,' aims to inspire deeper conservation efforts. Originating from the 1992 Earth Summit, the day promotes sustainable ocean management and aligns with the '30x30' initiative to protect 30% of global marine areas by 2030

Quotes On World Oceans Day 2024: 

"We know only too well that what we are doing is nothing more than a drop in the ocean. But if the drop were not there, the ocean would be missing something." - Mother Teresa

"The heart of man is very much like the sea, it has its storms, it has its tides, and in its depths, it has its pearls too." - Vincent Van Gogh

"The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction." - Rachel Carson

"The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever." - Jacques Cousteau

"The ocean is a mighty harmonist." - William Wordsworth