PADI Celebrates Wins for the Ocean in 2024

In 2024, PADI and the AWARE Foundation celebrated significant progress in ocean conservation, thanks to the efforts of the Ocean Torchbearer community. They supported grassroots actions with over $700,000 aimed at marine debris removal and coral health monitoring. PADI worked with NOAA on coral bleaching surveys and pushed for a global treaty to combat marine plastic pollution. The Maldivian government took a major step by not resuming longline fishing, benefiting endangered sharks and rays. In Barbados, PADI is helping protect 30% of marine ecosystems and promoting inclusivity in diving with events like the PADI Women’s Dive Day.