There are lots of ways watch firms are doing their part for the world, even if these are often not quantifiable. Blancpain takes the lead with its Ocean Commitment initiatives.
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Can a watch brand save the world" Definitely not. What about just a sliver of an ecosystem" Maybe, but it is doubtful. Many watch specialists have discussed the subject at length and come to these somewhat obvious conclusions. But we all agree that watch brands can make a difference, in the same way that a conscientious act by just one person is still a good thing. Blancpain?s premier role with the United Nations World Oceans Day is one such example, and another is its main partner role with the Ocean Photography Awards (OPA) 2021, which just announced its winners. 
We feel that this sort of thing is important primarily because the ocean often seems like a faraway wonder, especially if you are not a diver. The photos paint a vivid picture of what lies beneath the waves and can motivate people to support protecting this vital ecosystem. 

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The winners were revealed at an event at the Blancpain London boutique, which also served to launch a pop-up exhibition, which runs until October 20 at 11 Bond Street. So what is the Ocean Photography ...