Project

Our mission:

Strengthen existing MPAs, create new ones and maximize their positive impact on the marine environment of the Canary Islands.

“Protecting 30% of our oceans by 2030.”

Why the Canary Islands?

Waters with exceptional biodiversity: more than 7,000 documented species.

International hotspot and the most biodiverse area in Europe?

Species targeted for protection at the general level

Our mission:

Strengthen existing MPAs, create new ones and maximize their positive impact on the marine environment of the Canary Islands.

“Protecting 30% of our oceans by 2030.”

Why the Canary Islands?

Waters with exceptional biodiversity: more than 7,000 documented species.

International hotspot and the most biodiverse area in Europe?

Pressure from human activities and climate change

Geopolitical importance as a connection between Europe and developing countries in the East Central Atlantic.

Our mission:

Strengthen existing MPAs, create new ones and maximize their positive impact on the marine environment of the Canary Islands.

“Protecting 30% of our oceans by 2030.”

Why the Canary Islands?

Waters with exceptional biodiversity: more than 7,000 documented species.

International hotspot and the most biodiverse area in Europe?