Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation

The objective of the project designed by the Government of Belize was to implement priority ecosystem-based marine conservation and climate adaptation measures to strengthen the climate resilience of the Belize Barrier Reef System. Specifically, the project supported: (i) improvement of the coral reef protection regime including Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and replenishment (no-take) zones in strategic locations to build climate resilience, including coral reef restoration (ii) promotion of sustainable alternative livelihoods and income diversification for affected users of the reef; and (iii) building local capacity and raising awareness regarding the importance of the overall health of the reef ecosystem to its climate resilience and consequently, to community welfare as well as the growth prospect of the country’s economy.