Ep36: Restoring Coral Reefs with Francesca Virdis

Despite its protected status, the marine waters surrounding the Caribbean island of Bonaire are not immune to the global effects of climate change, warming waters, and ocean acidification. These dangers, among others, are greatly impacting coral reefs all over the world. Francesca Virdis of Reef Renewal Bonaire is working to protect and restore these ecosystems by propagating new coral growth and transplanting these animals (did you know they are animals!?) back into degraded landscapes. This work is important for us all because coral reefs not only provide important tourism income for communities but also are nurseries to many commercial fish species, protect coastlines, and provide biomedical compounds.What YOU can do to help coral reefs:Only use reef-safe sunscreen when you go into the ocean (see a link in the resources section of the show notes).Don’t stand or anchor on coral reefs (only on clear sand patches).Don't buy coral souvenirs or jewelry.Be a volunteer for Reef Renewal Bonaire   Spread awareness of this issue.Vote for those with a pro-environmental agenda.Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it at https://forcesfornature.com/becoming-a-force-for-nature-free-guide/If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe, rate, and review! Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what eco-actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!What difference for the world are you going to make today?Background music by Fearless Motivation Instrumentals: Meaning of Life.Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility. Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that! What difference for the world are you going to make today?