The ocean comprises over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface and yet when it comes to discussions surrounding sustainable investing, it is rarely in the picture.

While the implementation of net zero and decarbonisation targets have been a welcome step forward in the industry to curb the effects of climate change, the ocean can also play a pivotal role.

Lian Michelson, an investment director at sustainable venture capital firm Vala Capital, says “the focus on decarbonisation and...