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Coral Reefs

Corals and Coral Reef research, monitoring, protection and restoration

Coral Reef Rescue Initiative

Switzerland

The Coral Reef Rescue Initiative presents a rescue strategy to conserve the world's rapidly deteriorating tropical coral reefs. The Initiative is led by WWF, in partnership with WCS, Rare, CARE, Blue Ventures and University of Queensland, the governments of Fiji and Indonesia, and Vulvan Inc. Based on a strong collaborative effort by experienced partners, the Initiative provides the resources and political will to support those local communities impacted on by the deterioration in saving these key regenerative reefs.

Coral Reef Research Foundation

Palau

The Coral Reef Research Foundation (CRRF) is a non-profit organization incorporated in the State of California and the Republic of Palau. Their purpose is to increase knowledge of coral reefs and other tropical marine environments, to contribute to the efforts worldwide to conserve coral reefs and their environments. In addition, their applied marine research takes in oceanography, monitoring climate change in the area, fisheries on the islands, and dugongs

Coral Restoration Foundation

USA

Coral Restoration Foundation works to restore our coral reefs, educating others on the importance of our oceans, and using science to further research and monitoring techniques. They are dedicated to creating offshore nurseries and restoration programs for threatened coral species, allowing them to take the lead in innovative nursery and restoration techniques that are implemented worldwide. They have an Exploration Center at Key Largo, Florida.

Coral Sea Foundation

Australia

The Coral Sea Foundation’s mission is to raise awareness of the ecological and social value of the Coral Sea and Eastern Coral Triangle and to be proactive in its sustainable management. Combining an ethos of science, gender equity, ecotourism, and sustainability, the Foundation works with traditional owners to develop marine reserves that enhance fisheries and ecotourism resources, while improving the basic quality of life of people in our partner villages. Their primary program is Sea Women of Melanesia, empowering women in PNG and Solomon Islands in developing marine conservation expertise. They also have a Vessel Deployment Program that is developing an Expedition Vessel (catamaran) uniquely adapted to operations in the Coral Sea.

Coral Soul

Spain

Coral Soul is a multidisciplinary team of marine scientists and divers who work on the restoration of coral reefs. For a year they have been working to recover the Punta de la Mona reef with great results. The ecosystem, which is situated near La Herradura in Malaga province, is one of the most biodiverse spots in the Mediterranean, including a population of candlestick coral that is unique in the world.

Coral Triangle Centre

Indonesia

CTC is based in Bali with a regional scope and global impact. Working closely with local communities, private sector, governments, and partners, they strengthen marine resource management in the Coral Triangle to protect coral reef ecosystems, ensure sustainable livelihoods, and food security. CTC supports on-the-ground conservation in Nusa Penida in Bali, Banda Islands in Maluku, as well as Atauro Island and Liquica in Timor-Leste. They are developing a Center for Marine Conservation in Bali to serve as an integrated learning space for training programs, outreach activities, and artistic and cultural performances to influence millions of people to care for the oceans and those that depend on it.

Coral Triangle Initiative on coral reefs, fisheries and food security CTI-CFF

Indonesia

Coral Triangle Initiative (CTI-CFF) is a multilateral partnership of six countries working together to sustain extraordinary marine and coastal resources by addressing crucial issues such as food security, climate change and marine biodiversity. The countries involved are Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Islands and Timor Leste

Coral Vita Conservancy

USA

Structurally, the Coral Vita Conservancy is a project within the larger non-profit Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs (SEE), established by Coral Vita Inc in order to put into practice the work of 'restoring coastal ecosystems, advancing environmental and social impact through charitable activities'. The Coral Vita Conservancy’s team of scientists, educators, and innovators are experienced in managing ecosystems that sustain coastal communities. They are restoring coral reefs in the Grand Bahamas damaged by hurricane Dorian, with the aim of supporting communities which are reliant on the oceans.

Coral Vita Inc

USA

Coral Vita grows corals to revitalize dying reefs, in order to preserve reef health and the valuable benefits they provide. Winner of the Revive our Oceans category of the 2021 Earthshot 2021 award, set up by the Royal Foundation.

Coral Vivo

Brazil

Instituto Coral Vivo focuses on coral reef conservation in Brazil. They conduct research, run conservation programs, and engage in education and outreach initiatives.

Coralive.org

Switzerland

Coralive.org focuses on 'coral reef restoration and protection, management of marine protected areas, conservation education and developing alternative livelihood programs for coastal communities'. They have developed a method to accelerate coral growth and enhance coral resiliency via mineral accretion technology. Their coral restoration projects are active in Jamaica, Madagascar, Kenya, Seychelles, Maldives and Philippines. Seagrass and mangroves are also in their sights, with replantings and transplanting projects underway in places such as the Maldives. They are also involved in MPA management in Madagascar.

CostaSalvaje

Mexico

CostaSalvaje/Wildcoast is an international group that aims to conserve the coastal and marine ecosystems and wildlife around California and Latin America. They are fighting to conserve more than 31.9 million acres of globally significant wild coastlines, islands, lagoons, and oceans. Through educating local communities, advocating for conservation policies, and establishing and managing protected areas, Wildcoast is trying to reduce the impact of climate change, conserve coral reefs, prioritize sewage treatment, and protect wetlands and coastal wildlands.

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