With your support - we work with the MedGardens project of The Cleanwave Foundation to holistically restore the seagrass and macroalgae ecosystems surrounding the well-known tourist destination of Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands of Spain. Years of disruption caused by boat traffic and less than adequate boating guidelines have led to the destruction of these critical ecosystems, and with your support, we can bring them back and help them thrive for years to come.
Each sq-ft of seagrass and algae you donate to restore contributes to...
Sustainable Development Goals addressed by the project.
The holistic project employs a variety of methods to achieve its goals, including research, marine debris removal, community engagement through education, hands-on training and volunteer opportunities, educational signage, and the promotion of a blue economy. The project has also collaborated with local authorities to implement more sustainable mooring equipment, which is vital in an area with high boat traffic.
Community Engagement:
- 253+ Hours working in algae restoration (team + volunteers)
- 174+ Hours underwater working in algae restoration (team + volunteers)
- 168+ Hours working in seagrass restoration (team + volunteers)
- 66+ Hours underwater worked seagrass (team + volunteers)
- 6+ Forum sessions participated
- 3+ New marine citizen science observations in areas under restoration
- 25,000+ Euros raised
Ecosystem Restoration:
- 136+ seagrass transplants
- 59+ Clay pieces seeded with juvenile Cystoseria s.l. installed in the field
- 8.5+ Square meters of seagrass transplanted
- 10,000 Square meters of marine area under restoration
Quality Education
This project aims to eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equitable access to all levels of education and vocational training for vulnerable populations, such as persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and children in vulnerable situations.
Additionally, it strives to equip all learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to advance sustainable development. Through educational programs focused on sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, the promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and appreciation of cultural diversity, the project actively supports the broader objectives outlined in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
Decent Work and Economic Growth
This project aiming to develop and implement policies fostering sustainable tourism that not only generates employment but also advocates for the preservation and promotion of local culture and products by 2030.
Additionally, it seeks to enhance global resource-efficient production and consumption practices by 2030. The project aspires to decouple economic growth from environmental degradation, aligning with the 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns. This commitment is particularly pertinent to developed countries, signaling a progressive effort towards a more sustainable and responsible economic model.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
This project supports positive economic, social, and environmental linkages between urban, peri-urban, and rural areas through the reinforcement of national and regional development planning.
Furthermore, the project actively works towards the adoption and implementation of integrated policies and plans in cities and human settlements to foster inclusiveness, resource efficiency, climate change mitigation and adaptation, disaster resilience, and integrated disaster risk management at all levels.
This project also redoubles efforts to protect the world's cultural and natural heritage and striving to reduce the negative per capita environmental impact of cities by 2030, with a specific focus on air quality and the management of municipal and other waste.
Responsible Consumption and Production
This project's primary goal involves achieving sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources by the year 2030. The initiative further supports this by developing and implementing tools to monitor the impact on sustainable development, particularly aiming at creating sustainable tourism that generates employment and promotes local culture and products.
This project strives to achieve environmentally sound management of chemicals and all wastes, reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse activities, encourage sustainable practices among companies, ensure universal access to information relevant to sustainable development and lifestyles in harmony with nature, and assist developing countries in strengthening their scientific and technological capacity to move towards more sustainable patterns of consumption and production.
Climate Action
This project strengthens resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries.
It also addresses the imperative to enhance education, awareness, and human and institutional capacity for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and early warning systems. By actively engaging in efforts to build resilience and bolster adaptive capabilities globally, as well as promoting education and awareness to combat and respond effectively to climate challenges, the project aligns with the broader goals of fostering climate resilience and mitigating the impacts of climate-related risks and disasters.
Life Below Water
This project actively addresses ocean acidification effects, aims to conserve 10% of coastal and marine areas by 2020, and seeks to increase economic benefits for small island developing States and least developed countries from sustainable marine resource use by 2030.
It also emphasizes enhancing scientific knowledge, research capacity, and the transfer of marine technology for developing countries, particularly small island developing States. Additionally, it underscores the importance of implementing international law, specifically the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, to promote the conservation and sustainable use of oceans and their resources.
Partnerships For The Goals
This project encourages effective collaborations in public, public-private, and civil society spheres, drawing on partnership experience and resourcing strategies.
Additionally, it contributes by enhancing the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development, utilizing multi-stakeholder partnerships to mobilize knowledge, expertise, technology, and financial resources. The goal is to collectively support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals worldwide, particularly in developing countries. Through these efforts, the project actively fosters a collaborative and inclusive approach to address global challenges and promote sustainable development.