Available now on iTunes, proceeds from the U.S. sale of Pearl Jam's video "Amongst the Waves" will benefit Conservation International's Marine Programs. To learn more about this program and Conservation International, visit http://www.conservation.org/marine


PEARL JAM OCEANS

There is only one Ocean for everyone and everything.

It is a finite, precious resource under tremendous economic and environmental pressure.

Look after it.

Oceans...
- Cover 70% of the earth’s surface
- Provide up to 80% of the oxygen we breathe
- Are the protein source for 1 in 4 people worldwide
- Are home to 50% of all known species on earth

Eleven things you can do to look after the ocean for present and future generations:

  1. Support the Gulf Restoration Network

    Pearl Jam is currently working closely with Gulf Restoration Network to help support the recovery and mitigation efforts in this region. We encourage you to visit http://www.gulffuture.org/ today to do what you can as well to help make a difference.

    For more information on the Gulf Coast Oil Spill, please visit Pearl Jam's activism page at www.pearljam.com/activism for regular updates on what is being done in the Gulf region.

  2. Encourage renewable energy.

    Oceans and climate change are interconnected. Learn more about clean energy alternatives, initiatives and actions here:

    Oceana
    http://na.oceana.org/en/our-work/climate-energy/clean-energy/overview

    U.S. Department of Energy – Renewal Energy
    http://www.eere.energy.gov/

    National Geographic
    http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/energy/great-energy-challenge/

    Buy Alternative: 50% of Americans Can Already Get Renewable Electricity
    http://planetgreen.discovery.com/home-garden/buy-alternative-renewable-energy.html

  3. Find out more about ocean acidification.

    Ocean acidification is one of the most immediate and devastating impacts of too much carbon dioxide. Learn more and urge the leadership to address ocean acidification and make it an immediate priority.

    Oceana
    http://na.oceana.org/en/our-work/climate-energy/ocean-acidification/overview

    Conservation International
    http://www.conservation.org/sites/marine/pages/marine_climate_change.aspx

    Grist
    http://www.grist.org/kingdom/climate-energy

    National Geographic
    http://ocean.nationalgeographic.com/ocean/critical-issues-ocean-acidification/

    Ocean Acidification - What It Is and How It's Changing The World
    http://planetgreen.discovery.com/travel-outdoors/explainer-ocean-acidification.html

  4. Be a voice for the oceans. Tell your elected officials that you support ocean protection policies.

    Let President Obama know you support his Oceans policy, which was created to ensure that our oceans, our coasts, and the Great Lakes are healthy and resilient, safe and productive for present and future generations.
    www.whitehouse.gov/oceans

    If you are a U.S. citizen, urge your Congressional representatives to support international agreements to project the world’s oceans. This is just the beginning of an international agreement that can help create a sustainable international management plan for the ocean commons, which would regulate and enforce both fisheries and extractive industries.

    Urge your Senators here:
    https://secure3.convio.net/gpeace/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=661&s_src=pearl-jam

  5. “Save a Mile” - You can save an entire square mile of ocean and protect the life it contains and the people it supports.

    http://www.conservation.org/act/get_involved/protect_oceans/Pages/save_a_mile.aspx

  6. Become an ocean activist.

    Pledge to be an ocean activist with Oceana. For every pledge made, Oceana will receive a $1 donation. www.oceana.org/heroes

  7. Get off the oil … start thinking about it. Reduce your reliance on the oil, coal, natural gas and nuclear industries.

    Discover hidden sources of oil at home and how to eliminate them.
    http://planetgreen.discovery.com/home-garden/join-oil-detox-challenge.html

    Learn 10 ways cities and towns can kick the offshore-oil habit.
    http://www.grist.org/article/2010-06-02-10-smart-ways-cities-and-towns-can-get-us-off-oil

    Discover energy alternatives and how to go green.
    http://planetgreen.discovery.com/go-green/alternative-energy/index.html

    Learn more about how to reduce the environmental impact of your home.
    http://www.epa.gov/nps/dosdont.html

    Get tips on how to green your workplace.
    http://www.greenbiz.com/business/research/tool/2010/04/21/40-ways-green-workplace

    Gas supplies are dwindling and greenhouse gas emissions are soaring. How fuel-efficient are your driving habits?
    http://www.thegreenguide.com/travel-transportation/saving-gas-quiz

  8. Support local, organic farming and reduce toxic runoff from your homes and businesses. [Less pesticides and chemicals on land = less pollutants in the ocean.]

    Find local farmers markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area.
    www.localharvest.org

    Learn more about the connections between agriculture and our oceans.
    http://www.grist.org/article/series/the-n2-dilemma-is-america-fertilizing-disaster

    Use iPhone apps to find local food and sustainable restaurants
    http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/10/more-than-100-iphone-apps-for-green-shopping-eating-travel-and-fun.php

    7 Reasons Why You Should Grow Your Own Food
    http://planetgreen.discovery.com/home-garden/reasons-grow-food.html

  9. Eat fish that is ocean-friendly and caught sustainably.

    Learn where to shop locally.
    http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/campaigns/oceans/seafood

    And learn what fish to stay away from.
    http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/campaigns/oceans/seafood/red-fish

    Want to save Gulf seafood? Eat it!
    http://www.grist.org/article/2010-06-09-eat-it-to-save-it-slideshow

    Ocean-Friendly Seafood Substitutions
    http://ocean.nationalgeographic.com/ocean/take-action/seafood-substitutions/

    A Visual Guide to Sustainable Seafood Options
    http://www.treehugger.com/galleries/2009/02/visual-guide-to-sustainable-seafood.php?page=1

    10 Ways to Be a Sustainable Sushi Addict
    http://planetgreen.discovery.com/food-health/ways-sustainable-seafood-accict.html

  10. Clean up your local beaches.

    Learn more about the state of your local beaches.
    http://www.surfrider.org/stateofthebeach/home.asp

    And get involved in local cleanup efforts.
    http://www.signuptocleanup.org

    National Geographic - Coastal Cleanup Video
    http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/player/environment/environmental-threats-environment/water-pollution/coastal-cleanup.html

    Whats Your Ocean Pollution IQ?
    http://planetgreen.discovery.com/games-quizzes/ocean-pollution-iq-quiz/

    The Anatomy of an Oil Spill Cleanup: What Works and What Doesn't
    http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/04/anatomy-of-an-oil-spill-cleanup.php

  11. Reduce the amount of "stuff" you accumulate and put out into the world.

    Story of Stuff
    http://storyofstuff.org/resources.php

    Plastiki
    http://www.theplastiki.com/2010/06/our-oceans-are-turning-into-plastic/

    The Power of Half
    http://www.grist.org/article/2010-02-10-ask-umbras-change-agent-hannah-salwen

OCEAN RESOURCE INFORMATION:


“AMONGST THE WAVES” Live – Pearl Jam (2010)

Director: Ryan Thomas/Brendan Canty
Water Cinematographer: Daren Crawford
Production Company: Volcom Entertainment/Monkeywrench, Inc.

Photo Credits:
Daniel Beltra/Greenpeace
Jose Luis Magana/Greenpeace