About Us

Overview

Plant a Fish is a newly-launched nonprofit, headquartered in New York City, by third-generation ocean explorer and environmental advocate, Fabien Cousteau, whose mission is to empower communities to become involved with responsible 're-planting' of key marine species in their local habitats in distressed bodies of water around the world. Initial targeted projects in 2010-2011 will include responsible re-planting of oysters in New York Harbor, sea turtles in El Salvador, mangroves in South Florida, corals in the Maldives.

Growing up on the salt-stained decks of his famous Grandfather's ships, Calypso and Alcyone, Fabien Cousteau was destined to continue in his family's footsteps -- exploring and tirelessly working to protect our planet's immense and endangered marine habitats.

In just the last few decades, Fabien has witnessed firsthand the radical change in our oceans' health and has felt a growing sense of urgency to go beyond just the creation of documentaries. For a more immediate impact, he has created a platform that will encourage people to participate proactively in the restoration of our world's oceans. With an eye to the success of tree-planting programs worldwide, Fabien is launching "Plant A Fish."