Reefs for Life is using Biorock coral reef restoration technology and proven social engineering methodology to to create change both under water and in the surrounding communities.

Reefs for Life has 24 artificial reef structures in 5 different locations.  Most are powered with solar panels mounted on pontoon boats.  The Reefs for Life Pontoon Boat has over 1,700 watts of solar energy that can power up to 12 dome shaped artificial reefs.  Each dome reef provides 10 square meters of upward facing surface area for coral placementer.

We established a Peoples Organization and trained local fishermen in fisheries management methodology.  They are now leading their community in protecting the Marine Protected Area and promoting sustainable fishing methods.

Accomplishments

• Established 6 new Marine Protected Areas in 2015
• Developed a trained team of local divers in Coral Reef Restoration
• Trained a local Coral Reef Restoration Project Manager
• Started a 100 member volunteer organization that provides expertise in education and community development.
• Project Managers were certified in Biorock Reef Restoration technology and Reef Check Monitoring
• Constructed 5 artificial reefs (24 structures total) in 2 different towns
• Constructed a guard station for enforcement of the Marine Protected Area
• Built and installed buoys to mark the Marine Protected Areas
• Started Coast Creations, a social enterprise that enables the people to earn money through eco-tourism.
• Increased fish catches in communities with Marine Protected Areas.