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?