Associação Projeto Biodiversidade

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Mission

To develop a sustainable management system for the island’s natural resources, which integrates emerging environmentally orientated economies with the balanced exploitation of Sal’s valuable ecosystems, and which can show the way to a more vibrant, environmentally conscious and economically strong community.

Actions

  • Strengthen protection and restoration of marine and terrestrial biodiversity through direct conservation action, effective management of protected areas, research, and threat mitigation.
  • Promote sustainable natural resource use by supporting responsible fisheries, sustainable tourism practices, and community-based economic alternatives.
  • Foster environmental awareness and behaviour change through education, outreach, and citizen engagement initiatives.
  • Increase visibility and advocacy by enhancing communication, engaging in policy processes, and supporting the wider environmental sector.

History

Associação Projeto Biodiversidade began in 2015 with the idea to create an answer to the threats and opportunities that Sal island’s biodiversity and natural resources carry. With the focus on education and collaboration with local communities we created various programs protecting the biodiversity on and around Sal, which began with the conservation of sea turtles.