WHERE WE WORK

Bahamas

The Bahamas’ healthy seas are key to their well-being. The CBF backs projects that improve marine park management, safeguarding these crucial resources for the future.

Our Work in The Bahamas

The Bahamas, with its captivating archipelago of over 700 islands and cays, boasts a remarkable tapestry of biodiversity. Its size, unique geological history, and isolation have fostered the development of a wealth of ecosystems, making it a vital ecological hotspot in the Caribbean.

CBF actively invests in projects that contribute to the following key areas in The Bahamas:

Sustainable Management of Marine Parks

The CBF supports initiatives that enhance the effective management of marine parks, ensuring the long-term health and sustainability of these vital resources.

Hurricane Resilience

The Bahamas is particularly vulnerable to hurricanes. The CBF provides critical hurricane recovery grants to assist in the restoration and protection of vital ecosystems following storms.

Strengthen Community Linkages

The CBF supports initiatives that foster collaboration and knowledge sharing between conservation organizations and local communities.

Recent Projects in The Bahamas

Explore our portfolio of projects in The Bahamas. These projects address conservation needs like hurricane recovery, sustainable marine park management, and fostering community collaboration. By supporting a variety of initiatives, the CBF ensures a holistic approach to protecting The Bahamas’ unique ecosystems.

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Pine and Mangrove Research and Restoration

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Seedling Nursery and Replanting for Forest Recovery on Grand Bahama

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Debris Removal from Black Sound Reserve on Green Turtle Cay

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Solar Battery Replacement at Kenyon Centre, Abaco

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Green Waste to Renewable Energy Workshop in Grand Bahama

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Patrollong of Protected Areas for Management and Enforcement

Key Achievements in The Bahamas

Through collaborative efforts, The Bahamas has made significant strides in establishing a robust network of protected areas, safeguarding its diverse ecosystems for the future. This section details the impressive achievements in creating:

2014: Bahamas Protected Areas Fund Established

This landmark initiative created a dedicated funding stream, ensuring the long-term sustainability of conservation efforts across The Bahamas. The Bahamas Protected Areas Fund (BPAF) provides a reliable source of financial resources for managing protected areas, safeguarding critical habitats for future generations.

2020: CBF Partnership Agreement Signed:

This agreement formalizes our ongoing collaboration and strengthens our commitment to supporting conservation in The Bahamas. By working together under a formalized framework, the CBF and The Bahamas can ensure a more coordinated and impactful approach to conservation challenges.

$1.4 Million in CBF Funding

The CBF's dedicated financial resources support a range of vital conservation projects in The Bahamas. These funds have been instrumental in supporting initiatives such as hurricane recovery efforts in protected areas, strengthening marine park management, and fostering community-based conservation programs.

Extensive Network of Protected Areas

A robust network of protected areas is essential for safeguarding The Bahamas’ unique biodiversity. Through collaborative efforts, we’ve achieved the following:

Total Terrestrial Protected Areas

These protected areas safeguard a significant portion of The Bahamas' diverse terrestrial ecosystems.

Total Coastal and Marine Protected Areas

These areas play a vital role in protecting crucial marine habitats like coral reefs and seagrass meadows.

Protected Land Area

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A significant percentage of The Bahamas' terrestrial areas (4,930 km2) are under formal protection.

Protected Marine Area

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A substantial portion of The Bahamas' marine environment (47,355 km2) benefits from protection.

Local Partnership in The Bahamas

Building on Antigua & Barbuda’s commitment to environmental protection, this section highlights the collaborative efforts between the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) and a local partner organization.