Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind Saudi Arabia’s The Red Sea and Amaala projects, has unveiled its commitment to coral protection and regeneration at COP28.
The initiative includes a new partnership with the Coral Research & Development Accelerator Platform (CORDAP) and the introduction of Corallium, a marine life institute located at Amaala. RSG has also announced the results from the first phase of its coral gardening pilot project.
John Pagano, CEO of Red Sea Global, commented, “The Red Sea is home to some of the most remarkable and resilient corals in the world. These corals may hold the key to global coral health. However, even Red Sea corals are not invincible. We are dedicated to protecting and regenerating this vital ecosystem.”
CORDAP, established in 2020, is dedicated to advancing research and development solutions to safeguard the world’s corals. Professor Carlos Duarte, Executive Director at CORDAP, emphasized, “The greatest risk to our planet lies not in climate and biodiversity crises alone, but in the abandonment of hope for a healthier, cleaner world. Many ecosystems and species could be restored by 2050 if we unite to repair the damage and stabilize the climate. Our collaboration with Red Sea Global helps keep that vision alive.”
As part of its coral gardening project, Red Sea Global is working on restoring around 300 reef sites through relocation efforts and the testing of coral farming techniques. The company has established several offshore floating nurseries to nurture and grow rescued corals, and a coral breeding lab is expected to be operational next year. Additionally, Red Sea Global is utilizing robots and machine learning to monitor coral cover.
Raed Albasseet, Chief Environment and Sustainability Officer at RSG, noted, “Our collaborative efforts have provided valuable insights into the optimal conditions and techniques for coral enhancement. We are confident that as we advance to the next phase, we will further improve survival rates and expand our capacity.”
Corallium, situated in the Triple Bay development at Amaala, will serve as a hub for coral and marine life rehabilitation. Pagano concluded, “Through Corallium, we aim to inspire a lasting passion for our oceans and spark positive change for our planet.”
