Operation Lifestone is focused on the conservation, restoration and monitoring of coral reefs. YachtAid Global science team partners with in-country teams to study and preserve corals using different harvesting, nurturing, and transplanting techniques in order to build new more robust reef ecosystems.

Coral reefs are sensitive to the temperature changes that can be observed throughout oceans with the evidence of recent mass bleaching events. These reefs cover less than 1% percent of the Earth’s surface but are home to 34% of known marine biodiversity, with more yet to be discovered. Corals are foundational species in coral reef ecosystems, supporting and providing refuge for all forms of life: from primary producers to top predators such as sharks.

In addition to playing a significant role in marine ecosystems, coral reefs can also absorb over 95% of a wave’s energy buffering shorelines from waves, currents and storms surges protecting coastal communities.

Please consider a donation to these efforts or reach out to our team on how your participation can additionally benefit our conservation efforts.