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This comprehensive study by UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography reveals that recreational scuba diving contributes between $8.5-20.4 billion annually to the global economy while supporting up to 124,000 jobs across 170 countries. The research demonstrates how dive tourism creates a sustainable "blue economy" model that benefits marine conservation efforts.
The study analyzed over 11,500 dive operators worldwide and found that 70% of marine dives occur within marine protected areas, where divers pay premium prices for healthier ecosystems. Unlike extractive industries, dive tourism generates substantial revenue without degrading marine environments, making it an ideal economic driver for coastal communities.
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