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May 2, 2024 by HAL
Coral Restoration Foundation™ started a new satellite program in St. Croix, USVI. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
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May 1, 2024 by HAL
Tampa Bay Brewing Company is working with Florida Aquarium to create a sustainable approach to brewing beer that benefits coral reefs, using a unique farming method called ‘ocean farming’. This initiative helps conserve the ocean’s biodiversity and supports the local community. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
April 24, 2024 by HAL
Florida Keys dive operators are working with the Coral Restoration Foundation to protect the reefs. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
Joel Copeland’s monthly contributions have greatly impacted environmental preservation. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
April 17, 2024 by HAL
Florida coral restoration groups are preparing for the Fourth Global Mass Coral Bleaching Event. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
April 11, 2024 by HAL
CRF ™ collaborates on Learning Exchange with Coral Reef Advisory Group. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
Coral restoration is crucial due to global degradation. NOAA Fisheries reports 30-50% decline in tropical and subtropical coral cover. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
April 11, 2024 / April 12, 2024 by HAL
Global Collaboration for Coral Restoration at the CORDAP Workshop focused on delegates from Global South countries coming together for coral restoration efforts. Read the entire article at www.coralrestoration.org
March 13, 2024 by HAL
The Coral Restoration Foundation and the University of Alberta have formed a close collaboration focusing on coral reef restoration. Dr. Stephanie Green from the University of Alberta, along with her graduate students, conduct research in the Florida Keys using a boat provided by CRF. Their studies range from biodiversity changes to the impacts of corallivore […]
The Coral Restoration Foundation conducted a workshop in Arlington, Virginia, focusing on advancing coral restoration efforts by understanding the coral life cycle stages involving species like Acroporids and Orbicellids. The event gathered 50 global experts to address challenges in coral recruitment and growth, emphasizing the importance of restoring these corals for reef resilience. Key solutions […]
January 31, 2024 by HAL
The Coral Restoration Foundation™ is distinguished by having staff members who are Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioners (CERPs), recognized by the Society for Ecological Restoration™. This certification requires candidates to demonstrate expertise in ecology, project management, and have at least five years of experience. The certification not only enhances organizational credibility but also helps standardize industry […]
The Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) and the Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida have partnered to introduce a badge program aimed at educating Girl Scouts about coral reefs and environmental stewardship. The program involves interactive, hands-on activities designed for girls of all ages, from Daisy to Ambassador levels. The badges can be earned through participation in […]
November 2, 2023 by HAL
Coral Restoration Foundation began returning rescued corals after a heatwave caused bleaching. 362 non-Acroporid corals were moved to a nursery for monitoring due to environmental challenges. Return of more corals is pending health clearance in November. Read the article
September 25, 2023 by HAL
CRF™ is supporting coral restoration in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. In Puerto Rico, they are expanding nursery production and genetic sequencing to enhance restoration efficacy. In the US Virgin Islands, CRF™ is working to return around 10,000 corals of various species by collaborating with local organizations on nursery propagation and outplanting. CRF™ […]
CRF™ secured a $6.9 million grant to restore coral habitats in the Caribbean, matching it with $4.1 million for an $11 million project. The focus is on genetic diversity and rebuilding populations of specific coral species in Florida, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, benefiting local communities economically and ecologically, with a commitment to […]
September 1, 2023 by HAL
The Coral Chronicles in September 2023 highlights the Education Team’s efforts including teacher training, a coral spawning event in Miami, and educational workshops at Zoo Miami. The team launched a teacher workshop called “Inspiring Instruction” with global reach, hosted a coral spawning awareness event, and engaged students with workshops at Zoo Miami, planning more initiatives […]
August 18, 2023 by HAL
In August 2023, efforts were made to rescue coral from extreme heat. Despite losses, many genotypes were saved by moving them to land-based facilities and partnership rescue missions. Resilience was noted in some reefs, with ongoing care to protect corals. Read the article
August 11, 2023 by HAL
Coral bleaching happens when stressed corals expel algae, causing the reef to turn white and be at risk. Satellite data is used to predict bleaching events. Some corals show resilience, like Cheeca Rocks in Florida Keys. Spawning events of Acroporid corals are monitored for restoration success, with emphasis on genetic diversity to support reproduction. This […]
August 4, 2023 by HAL
Young people need tools to face climate challenges. CRF™ partners with Sea Base, Travel for Teens, and West Coast Connections for summer camps in Florida. Boy Scouts program includes dives, outplanting corals. West Coast Connections program offers workshops, snorkeling trips, and restoration education. Travel for Teens program features three-day experience with coral reef education and […]
August 1, 2023 by HAL
Coral Restoration Foundation is working to save Florida’s coral from high ocean temperatures by relocating corals and protecting them in land-based facilities. Despite bleaching events, efforts are ongoing to safeguard reef-building corals. The community is urged to raise awareness, show support, and advocate for funding and policies to protect and restore coral reefs. Read the […]
July 21, 2023 by HAL
A historic heatwave in Florida is causing coral die-off in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The rising water temperatures are leading to coral bleaching and tissue loss, with some sites experiencing 100% coral mortality. Coral Restoration Foundation is urgently rescuing and relocating corals to safeguard them from extinction. The crisis highlights the need to […]
July 18, 2023 by HAL
The Coral Restoration Foundation™ hosted multiple dive programs in June, involving cleaning coral trees, outplanting corals, and contributing to reef resilience. These initiatives included collaborations with Sea Dwellers, Rainbow Reef, Seminole Scuba, and The Road Less Traveled, highlighting the impact passionate individuals are making on coral reefs through active participation and donations. Read the article
July 12, 2023 by HAL
The Coral Chronicles in July 2023 discusses the focus on Orbicella corals in restoration efforts, detailing the process of propagating, maintaining, and outplanting these corals onto boulder skeletons. The Coral Restoration Foundation reached a milestone of outplanting 1,000 boulder corals at Carysfort and is set to outplant more. The post also highlights the collaboration with […]
July 4, 2023 by HAL
Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) is advancing coral reef restoration through innovative techniques like photomosaics to monitor coral success. Photomosaic training sessions, led by CRF experts, aim to share knowledge with organizations like Roatan Marine Park Authority for scalable restoration efforts globally. Read the article
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