Component 5:
Improved Monitoring, Reporting, and Socialization of Mangroves and Reserves
May 23, 2023
Establish the enabling environment for the development of a Marine Spatial Plan through strengthened governance, improved management and enhanced monitoring of Belize’s coastal and marine resources
Funds from Belize Fund ($BZD)
$,759,639.00
Grantee
Blue Bond & Finance Permanence Unit (BBFP)
Location
Belize Barrier Reef System
Time-frame
April 2023 – November 2025
Project Goal:
To ensure the successful and timely delivery of the timebound Milestones and conservation commitment for the Government of Belize with a focus on establishing the enabling environment for the development of a Marine Spatial Plan through strengthened governance, improved management, and enhanced enforcement of Belize’s coastal and marine resources.
Project Objectives:
To improve the monitoring and reporting of mangrove cover and ongoing restoration activities while supporting the compliance of newly designated mangrove reserves and regulations.
Expected Outputs:
- Expansion of the National Forest Monitoring Database
- Effective Management of Mangrove Reserves within the BBRS