*How to Revive Our Ocean*

Available for pre-order now
Publishing May 2027
By Enric Sala & Kristin Rechberger
**Informative, practical, and beautiful, this inspiring book shows how we can bring life back to the ocean.**
Beneath the surface, our seas are in crisis—reefs are fading, marine species are declining, and underwater ecosystems are under threat. But the ocean can heal. Here is the blueprint.
*How to Revive Our Ocean* is an inspiring, science-backed roadmap to restoring the world’s living waters. Written by world-renowned ecologist Enric Sala (founder of National Geographic’s Pristine Seas, which has protected marine areas totaling two-thirds the size of the U.S.) and global conservation strategist Kristin Rechberger (founder of Dynamic Planet and Revive Our Ocean), this definitive guide reveals how we can achieve the essential global target of protecting 30% of our ocean by 2030 (30×30).
Richly illustrated with vivid storytelling, clear infographics, and detailed maps, this book blends visual wonder with actionable strategy. Sala and Rechberger demonstrate how, by protecting more of the ocean, we can replenish fish populations, revive dying coral, and secure the livelihoods and economies of coastal communities worldwide.
Part eye-opening exploration and part practical action plan, *How to Revive Our Ocean* is an essential handbook for ocean lovers, coastal community leaders, entrepreneurs, conservationists, and all who carry the sea in their hearts.

Advance Praise for How to Revive Our Ocean

“For many years, the authors, my Foundation and I have been united by a shared ambition: to safeguard the ocean through collective commitment, advocacy and bold action. This book charts a compelling way forward, demonstrating how effectively managed marine protected areas can strengthen the resilience of our seas.”

- HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco

“Why protect the ocean and if so, how? The answers are here, with elegance, evidence and exceptional experience from authors who clearly understand the importance of taking care of the ocean that makes possible the existence of life on Earth, humankind very much included. Bravo for a book that will become a classic for everyone who cares about the ocean, and even for those who don’t.”

- Sylvia Earle – National Geographic Explorer at Large and Founder of Mission Blue

“Compelling, urgent, and deeply hopeful. This book provides the practical roadmap we need to heal our seas before it's too late.”

- James Cameron – National Geographic Explorer at Large and filmmaker

“Reviving the ocean is essential to the future of life on earth, but also to the health and prosperity of people living today. Sala and Rechberger compellingly lay out what's at stake – and how we can all take action.”

- Michael Bloomberg – UN Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions and Founder of Bloomberg L.P. and Bloomberg Philanthropies

Authors

Kristin Rechberger

Author | Founder and CEO of Dynamic Planet

Kristin Rechberger is the founder and CEO of Dynamic Planet. Her work advances markets that restore nature rather than deplete it. To help address the huge ocean conservation gap, she launched the Revive Our Ocean initiative to help coastal communities create their own marine reserves as regenerative businesses.

She is a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader, a Luce Scholar, a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and a Trustee of King Charles III Charitable Fund, among other boards.

Enric Sala is a National Geographic Explorer in Residence and the founder of Pristine Seas, an exploration initiative dedicated since 2008 to restoring marine life while boosting food security, growing economies, and building climate resilience. His work has already inspired world leaders to establish more than 30 of the planet's largest marine reserves.

He is a prolific scientific and popular writer, author of the acclaimed The Nature of Nature. He is a recipient of the prestigious Founder's Medal from the Royal Geographical Society and National Geographic’s Hubbard Medal, among many other awards.

Author | National Geographic Explorer in Residence and Founder of Pristine Seas