Fisheries

80,000 scientists are calling for urgent action on climate change to prevent 'catastrophic' damage to global fisheries

Fish accounts for 17% of animal protein consumed globally, and global trade in fish products has reached $152 billion per year.

In an unprecedented letter, a group representing over 80,000 scientists is calling for an urgent cut in greenhouse gases to save the marine ecosystem.
In an unprecedented letter, a group representing over 80,000 scientists is calling for an urgent cut in greenhouse gases to save the marine ecosystem.Foto: Shutterstock
Climate change
Published 15 September 2020, 19:44Updated 15 September 2020, 21:43