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March 13, 2024 by HAL
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 […]
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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 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
June 27, 2023 by HAL
The Coral Chronicles highlights the success of Coralpalooza™ in June 2023, showcasing global coral restoration efforts with 15,000 corals returned, including 1,815 in the Florida Keys. The event engaged thousands worldwide, emphasizing collective action for reef preservation and education through various activities. Read the article
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