Unfortunately, about 70 percent of the world’s coral reefs are threatened or destroyed, and 20 percent of those are damaged beyond repair.

The resources coral reefs provide are worth about $675 billion each year – and they cover only one percent of the earth’s surface.

2008 has been designated as the International Year of the Reef to raise awareness about the increasing threats to coral reefs. Whether you live near the ocean or thousands of miles away, you can help restore this amazing habitat. Pledge to:

• Use ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent light bulbs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions threatening coral reef survival.
• Use naturally-derived and biodegradable detergents and cleaning products. The chemicals we use end up in our waterways and are carried to the oceans.
• Do not give coral as presents. Corals are already a gift, and it takes corals decades or longer to create reef structures.

Make the pledge to help coral reefs today!http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/917230698