Ocean Wise

Ocean Wise is a global environmental organization headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, that leverages scientific research and community action to protect and restore marine ecosystems. Formerly part of the Vancouver Aquarium, the organization operates as an independent non-profit specializing in life sciences and environmental health research. It maintains advanced facilities, including the Ocean Wise Plastics Lab and an Environmental DNA (eDNA) laboratory, which focus on monitoring microplastic pollution, whale health, and marine biodiversity. Its scientific work informs global sustainability standards and drives the development of "blue technology" innovations such as seaforestation and eco-friendly biomaterials. Ocean Wise collaborates extensively with academic, government, and corporate partners to address critical threats including ocean pollution, overfishing, and climate change.