Prince Charles gives speech at a meeting for for International Year of the Reef 2018

The transcript emphasizes the urgent need for decisive ecological action to prevent costly disasters affecting millions. It highlights the slow progress in monetizing ecosystems and the importance of initiatives like the Coral Triangle and Belize's law against oil exploration. Global campaigns, such as the Pacific Year of the Reef and the 50 Reefs initiative, are crucial for sustaining marine diversity and gaining international support.

What is the main challenge in creating investment markets for healthy ecosystems?

• High implementation costs

• Insufficient scientific data

• Slow progress in monetization

• Lack of public interest

Which initiative involves six countries in Southeast Asia working together?

• Healthy Reefs for Healthy People

• Coral Triangle initiative

• 50 Reefs initiative

• Pacific Year of the Reef

What action has the government of Belize taken to protect its ocean waters?

• Banned plastic waste

• Restricted fishing activities

• Forbid further oil exploration

• Established marine protected areas

What was declared by the Pacific Regional Environment Program in 2018?

• International Coral Year

• Year of the Ocean

• Pacific Year of the Reef

• Global Marine Conservation Year

Which organization is working with the finance sector to ensure coral reefs?

• The Nature Conservancy

• WWF

• UN Environment

• Bloomberg Philanthropies