Across the Western Caribbean, coral reefs are shaped by local leadership as much as environmental conditions. In 2025, the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) worked closely with communities, governments, and partners to reduce pollution, strengthen reef protection, and support the enabling conditions reefs need to withstand climate change. From Honduras to Belize and Mexico, this work… Continue Reading →
Over the past year, we helped transform science into impact, growing research and relationships into measurable, on-the-ground impact. Across Maui Nui, the health of coral reefs begins far upstream. What happens on land—how water moves through wetlands and lo‘i, how coastlines are stewarded and managed, and how communities cherish their resources—directly shapes what reaches the… Continue Reading →
When you support a nonprofit, you’re doing more than giving money. You’re placing trust. Trust that your dollars lead to cleaner water.Trust that wildlife is healthier.Trust that ecosystems are stronger tomorrow than they are today. But good intentions aren’t enough. In conservation especially, effort doesn’t always equal results. A beach cleanup might feel meaningful, a… Continue Reading →
Science is at the heart of everything CORAL does, but it only matters if it leads to action. As CORAL continues to strengthen connected reef networks around the world, the role of conservation science has never been more important. That’s where Dr. Antonella-Rivera comes in. At CORAL, she brings clarity, curiosity, and a deeply human… Continue Reading →
Coral reefs are changing fast, and the people who spend the most time underwater are often the first to notice. Around the world, divers, snorkelers, and freedivers are witnessing shifts in reef health in real time. Warmer waters. Fewer fish. Algae creeping where corals once thrived. These observations aren’t just anecdotal… They’re invaluable. And they… Continue Reading →
What is biodiversity? Imagine a city underwater—a riot of color, a maze of hidden corners, and a bustling community where everyone has a job to do. That’s a coral reef! Coral reefs are some of the most complex, fascinating, and life-supporting ecosystems on Earth. Scientists call this biodiversity. Biodiversity is the variety of life in… Continue Reading →
This year was a big one for coral reefs and the Coral Reef Alliance! As the year comes to a close, we’re looking back at the stories that resonated most. The ones that traveled farthest, sparked curiosity, and helped connect more people to the future of coral reefs. Over 120,000(!!) of you read our stories… Continue Reading →
People want to know… What can I do that actually matters to protect the environment? And while tips like recycling, reducing plastic, and switching to reusable bags all play a role, they barely scratch the surface of what our planet needs right now. Environmental protection isn’t just a checklist. It’s a mindset shift, a willingness… Continue Reading →
The Coral Reef Alliance is entering one of the most pivotal chapters in its 30-year history. With a major expansion into the Eastern Caribbean and an ambitious strategic plan already in motion, Executive Director Heather Starck is steering the organization toward deeper regional impact and stronger global collaboration, all while staying true to CORAL’s core… Continue Reading →