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“To me sustainability is about questioning our choices to see if there’s a more environmentally-friendly way forward in our actions.”     THE OCEAN RACE EXPERIENCE: 2014-15 Team Vestas Wind 2017-18 Vestas Wind 11th Hour Racing   WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO CONNECT WITH THE OCEAN? Sailing and kitesurfing.   IF YOU WERE A … Continue reading Aimee Famularo

“I have become much more conscious of what I’m consuming and try to think about the consequences of my actions. Being mindful of what happens after I throw something away has led me to make better choices. Choosing quality over convenience, has hopefully helped to reduce my impact on the planet, which will in turn … Continue reading Simon Fisher

“Leadership requires first and foremost that you ‘turn up’ and be present. To push for change and inspire others you have to go out and do things, spread the message and collaborate.” Damian Foxall is a record-breaking former professional sailor who has raced around the world seven times and sailed over 400,000 miles. Ocean athlete, … Continue reading Damian Foxall

“Sustainability is something I’ve been paying attention to since I was a teenager, getting conscious that our environment is fragile and humans have a big negative impact on it.”     THE OCEAN RACE EXPERIENCE: 2014-15 Team SCA 2017-18 Dongfeng Race Team, Leg 4 and 10 WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO CONNECT WITH THE … Continue reading Justine Mettraux

“My favorite way to connect with the ocean is through water sports like surfing, kiteboarding, and sailing.”     WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO CONNECT WITH THE OCEAN? Through water sports like surfing, kiteboarding, and sailing.   IF YOU WERE A MARINE ANIMAL WHAT WOULD YOU BE? Probably an orca, as to avoid being … Continue reading Lucien Moore

THE OCEAN RACE EXPERIENCE: 2011-12 Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO CONNECT WITH THE OCEAN? Sail on it.   IF YOU WERE A MARINE ANIMAL WHAT WOULD YOU BE? One of those fish with their own headlamp [anglerfish] – I bet its pretty cool down that deep and I’m always losing … Continue reading Wade Morgan

“Right now we’re at an exciting moment where we can challenge the status quo. Sustainability is about working together, talking about it, finding solutions, chasing opportunities, and celebrating new ways of thinking – and most importantly – acting now, to achieve the motivating vision of a low carbon, biodiverse, regenerative and inclusive future!”     … Continue reading Amy Munro

“Repair things – they don’t have to look perfect or new to be perfect.”     THE OCEAN RACE EXPERIENCE: 2017-18 Team Brunel   WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO CONNECT WITH THE OCEAN? Surfing, Freediving, spearfishing, swimming.   IF YOU WERE A MARINE ANIMAL WHAT WOULD YOU BE? Orca. They have fun, are social, … Continue reading Tom Napper

“I live a more sustainable lifestyle by using reusable water bottles, my own cup at coffee shops, and being more aware of the packaging on products while shopping. I encourage others to recycle more and use less plastic and single-use items. Always refuse the straw!”     THE OCEAN RACE EXPERIENCE: 2014-15 Abu Dhabi Ocean … Continue reading James O’Mahony