What does coral reef restoration look like in action and why does it matter?

As part of the Adaptation Fund Portfolio Monitoring Mission, a delegation visited #Mauritius to assess progress under the Regional Coral Restoration Project implemented by UNDP Mauritius and Seychelles across Mauritius, Rodrigues and Seychelles. In this video, Neha Sharma, Results, Impact and Knowledge Unit Lead at the Adaptation Fund, shares reflections on the project’s achievements, its importance for climate adaptation, and the critical role of community engagement in restoring coral reef ecosystems. The mission included site visits to coral nurseries and outplanting areas, as well as exchanges with scientific teams, NGOs and trained community members working on the frontlines of restoration. Key results so far include: More than 1.8 hectares of degraded coral reefs restored in Mauritius Around 20,000 coral colonies outplanted in Rodrigues Nearly 2.5 hectares of coral reefs restored in Seychelles Over 1,000 community members trained in coral restoration techniques These efforts contribute not only to biodiversity conservation, but also to the protection of livelihoods, coastal resilience, and the cultural heritage of Small Island Developing States. #MarineConservation #CoralConservation #CoralReef #Biodiversity #SustainableDevelopment #UNDP