The Foundation

The Tara Ocean Foundation is the first public-interest foundation in France dedicated to the Ocean. It leads scientific expeditions, in partnership with leading international research laboratories, to study marine biodiversity and understand the impacts of climate change and pollution. It raises public awareness, from younger generations to political decision-makers.

Exploring, sharing and protecting our living Ocean is more vital than ever. Together, let’s defend Life. Let’s protect the Ocean.

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  • 1 seat as observer at the United Nations
  • 47 employees at sea and on land to coordinate our missions and operations
  • 6,6 millions € annual budget allotted for our expeditions, scientific research, educational outreach, raising awareness, and advocacy

The Team

All aboard the Tara Ocean Foundation!

The Foundation team is made up of women and men on land at the headquarters in Paris and elsewhere in France, and at sea aboard the schooner Tara.

Our team

Equipe Tara

Land team

David, un marin sur tara en pleine manœuvre.

Team at Sea