Documenting the beauty — and destruction — of our blue planet | Steve De Neef | TEDxPiscataquaRiver

Our very life is sustained by the ocean — and yet efforts to protect it are falling short. Accompanied by some of his most compelling and breathtaking images, acclaimed photographer and videographer Steve De Neef tells us how he is teaming up with conservationists and activists to protect our blue planet, and how communities around the world are finding more sustainable economies, supported by the ocean and its rich ecosystem. Steve De Neef is a photo and video journalist who specializes in conservation photography highlighting the importance of our oceans. He collaborates with scientists and NGOs in the hopes of inspiring positive change, getting conservation research efforts seen by a broader audience and changing environmental policies. Steve has filmed for the BBC series “Shark” and National Geographic's 2017 documentary “Sea of Hope”. He speaks regularly at conservation events and has presented documentaries at conferences like Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species that played a role in gaining more protection for sharks. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx