"Ocean Elders is an independent group of global leaders who have joined together to serve as a catalyst in the conservation and protection of the ocean and its wildlife. These individuals use their collective influence, supported by science and data, to promote ocean conservation, pursue the protection of the ocean’s habitat and wildlife, and preserve its ecosystems and species biodiversity."With sustainability at the center and the vision to work to benefit the next 7 generations ahead, the Ocean Elders are committed to protecting our oceans. They also are committed to the Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water--a fundamental piece of ocean conservation.
- H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco: Explorer, Environmentalist
- Richard Bailey: Founder, The Brando, Tetiaroa Society, & Blue Climate Initiative
- Sir Richard Branson: Founder & Chairman, Virgin Group & Founder, Virgin Unite
- Jackson Browne: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Environmentalist
- James Cameron: Founder, CAMERON Companies & Founder, Avatar Alliance Foundation
- Dr. Rita Colwell: Distinguished University Professor, University of Maryland & Johns Hopkins University
- Jean-Michel Cousteau: President & Chairman, Ocean Futures Society, Explorer, Film Producer
- Dr. Wade Davis: BC Leadership Chair in Cultures & Ecosystems at Risk, University of British Columbia
- Dr. Sylvia A. Earle: President & Chairman, Mission Blue: The Sylvia Earle Alliance, Oceanographer
- Dr. Jane Goodall: Founder, The Jane Goodall Institute, UN Messenger of Peace
- Graeme Kelleher: Former Chairman & CEO, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
- Sven Lindblad: Conservationist, Explorer, Founder & Co-Chair, Lindblad Expeditions
- Gerry Lopez: “Mr. Pipeline,” Surfer, Shaper, Actor, Yogi
- H.M. Queen Noor of Jordan: International Public Servant, Founder, King Hussein Foundation
- Catherine A. Novelli: Former U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, & the Environment
- Dr. Frederik Paulsen: Explorer & Chairman, Ferring Pharmaceuticals
- Prof. Bertrand Piccard: Explorer & Chair of the Solar Impulse Foundation
- President Tommy Esang Remengesau, Jr.: Former President, Republic of Palau
- David E. Shaw: Managing Partner, Black Point Group LP & Co-Chair, Aspen Institute High Seas Initiative
- Nainoa Thompson: Master Navigator & President, Polynesian Voyaging Society
- Ted Turner: Chairman, Turner Enterprises, Inc. Founding Funder of UN Foundation Founder of CNN & TBS
- Captain Don Walsh: Oceanographer & President International Maritime Incorporated
- Bob Weir: Founding Member, Grateful Dead, Environmental Advocate, UN Goodwill Ambassador
- Ocean Elders Emeritus
- Sheila Watt-Cloutier: Environmental, Cultural & Human Rights Advocate
- Neil Young: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Activist, Humanitarian
- José María Figueres: Former President, Costa Rica & Co-Chair, Global Ocean Commission
- In Memoriam
- Dr. Walter Munk: Emeritus, Institute of Geophysics & Planetary Physics, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
- Dr. E.O. Wilson: University Research Professor Emeritus, Harvard University
Some of the their big projects include being involved with the following: Antarctic Circumnavigation Expedition, Cuba's Marine Ecosystems, Half-Earth Project, Hope Spots, Mālama Honua Worldwide Voyage, Monaco Explorations, Palau Pledge, Roots and Shoots, & 1,000 Solutions to Protect the Planet. You can learn more about each one on their Showcase page.