NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Pacific Seabirds
Project Title: Mitigating Waved Albatross Bycatch through Improved Technology and Fishing Practices in the Galapagos
Organization:
Fundación de Conservación Jocotoco
Project ID:
0115.23.078182
Description:

Develop a local strategy to implement alternative fishing technology for the Galapagos Marine Reserve to reduce waved albatross by-catch and contribute to long-term sustainability. Project will support efforts to eliminate the use of non-permitted fishing gear and will engage the fishing community in practices and technology development to support sustainable fisheries among local stakeholders.

Award Amount:
$200000.00
Location:
Galapagos Marine Reserve and San Cristóbal, Ecuador