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How You Can Protect Coral Reefs on Earth Day
It’s April—a month dedicated to celebrating the Earth and taking actions to keep it healthy. On April 22, more than one billion people will mobilize and advocate to protect our planet’s beautiful resources, animals, and ecosystems. At CORAL, we are committed to saving one of the most important ocean environments: coral reefs. Coral reefs are…
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Latest Coral Snapshot Now One Click Away in the Cloud
Reef scientists across the Pacific have worked together to create a digital tool that uses machine learning and advanced analysis to rapidly extract and share data from images of coral reefs anywhere in the world. Launched on the eve of the Our Ocean Conference in Palau, ReefCloud is a user-friendly, open-access platform poised to revolutionize…
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Inside Our Alliance: “Standing up” for a Healthy Ocean with GILI Sports
GILI Sports offers an opportunity to experience the ocean from an entirely new perspective. The adventure sports company produces inflatable stand up paddle boards, while simultaneously raising awareness about ocean threats and investing in marine conservation projects. In 2020, GILI Sports partnered with CORAL and generously donated to our programs that focus on protecting coral…
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The Great Barrier Reef is Hit With Another Mass Bleaching Event. Here’s How We’re Responding
Another widespread bleaching event has begun, and all eyes are focused on the Great Barrier Reef. This is the sixth mass bleaching event impacting Australia’s famous reefs and is driven largely by the planet’s rising ocean temperatures. In recent weeks, field scientists and marine park authorities have reported signs of minor to severe bleaching on…
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What is a Destination Management Organization? And How Can a DMO Protect Coral Reefs in Cozumel?
Sandy white beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs—it’s the type of travel destination that many of us dream of. Vacation season is quickly approaching and soon, millions of eager tourists will pack their bags and flock to some of the world’s most beautiful, sought-after destinations. But increased popularity means many of the natural resources…
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Announcement from Dr. Madhavi Colton
Dear CORAL Friends, When I first started working at CORAL over 10 years ago, I knew immediately that it was an organization full of passion, dedication, and commitment. Throughout my time here, that initial impression has held steady: our staff works tirelessly every single day to support the local communities that depend on coral reefs,…
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Celebrate Your Impact: CORAL’s 2021 Annual Report is Now Live
Thank you for protecting coral reefs in 2021, and playing a pivotal role in improving ocean conditions and giving these vital ecosystems a fighting chance against climate change. We have really appreciated your generous donations, which have kept coral reefs thriving and allowed us to respond to situations that threaten their health. In the past…
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Inside Our Alliance: Serving the Local Community with Trudy Hilton
At just 31 years old, Trudy Hilton, a local from the island of Roatan, Honduras is determined to make a lasting impact in her community. She recently became Roatan’s new vice mayor and is focusing on improving the long-term sustainability of the island and its natural environments. We’re proud to call Hilton a local partner,…
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Thank You for Investing in Water and Sanitation
Clean water is critical—both for the health of coral reefs and the communities that depend on them. That’s why we support sanitation efforts in places like Coxen Hole, Honduras. Coxen Hole is a community on the island of Roatan, which is located just off the country’s northern coastline. Coxen Hole depends on its coral reefs,…