News & Events
CORDAP talks at BBVA in Madrid
The event Acting on the Risk of Coral Reef Collapse took place on June 2, 2026, at the BBVA Foundation’s headquarters in Madrid, where CORDAP’s experts raised public awareness of the situation facing tropical and cold-water corals and of potential strategies to halt their decline.
Our 2025 Annual Report is out
Since 2023, CORDAP enabled 43 coral research projects involving more than 2,000 researchers from 663 institutions across 115 countries.
USD1.5 million to develop an AI-powered decision tool for coral reef conservation
CORDAP has launched a USD 1.5 million Call for Tenders to develop an AI-powered Decision Support System (DSS) designed to strengthen global coral reef conservation and restoration efforts.
Saudi Arabia advances Red Sea coral restoration through national training initiative
The course marks pilot phase of international “train-the-trainer” initiative to enhance coral restoration capacity worldwide.
New roadmap on coral diseases’ research fills the gaps and needs in the field
CORDAP released a complete roadmap that reviews the current state of knowledge about coral diseases, identifies critical gaps, and suggests paths to move forward in the combat against these diseases.
CORDAP publishes roadmap on enhancing capacity development in coral reef conservation and restoration in the Global South
CORDAP released a detailed roadmap focused on building regional capacity and supporting community-driven innovation in the Global South.
CORDAP scoping study: how land-based pollution and water quality affect corals
Coral conservation experts gathered at a CORDAP workshop in Fiji to discuss the actions needed to address land-based pollution and water quality issues in a way that contributes to efficient coral restoration.
The unexpected solutions to save coral reefs worldwide
CORDAP awards $1.5 million to 16 breakthrough solutions to save coral reefs through restoration projects.
Global coral research funding reopens — up to USD 1.5 million per project
PRESS RELEASE - September 1, 2025 CORDAP announces new funding call and celebrates 2024 awardees The G20 Coral...
Urgent Call to Action adopted during the UN Ocean Conference
This call to action was issued by the International Scientific Committee of the One Ocean Science Congress, which is composed of 16 renowned scientists, including Carlos Duarte — CORDAP Executive Director and a prominent ocean voice and leader.
CORDAP is the recipient of the 2025 Mirpuri Foundation Ocean Award
CORDAP was selected as the recipient of the 2025 Mirpuri Foundation Ocean Award. The award, which includes a €10,000 prize, honours excellence in marine conservation, scientific innovation, and circular economy principles.
CORDAP and The Earthshot Prize launch global search for coral Innovators
New strategic partnership announced aboard OceanXplorer during UN Ocean Conference with ocean advocates James Blunt and Philippe Cousteau Jr.
DJ Steve Aoki ‘s racing team is joining scientists to save corals
CORDAP and Aoki Racing join forces to raise coral awareness around the world.
CORDAP at UNOC3: Advancing coral reef restoration at the UN Ocean Conference 2025
From June 9 to 13, 2025, Nice, France, will host the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), co-organized by France and Costa Rica. This global conference aims to accelerate global action for ocean conservation and the sustainable use of marine resources, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG 14).
CORDAP Annual Report 2024: Rewriting the future for corals
2024 was a year of extremes. Declared the warmest year on record—and the first to breach the +1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels—the urgency to protect and restore corals and reefs has never been greater. Yet, amid the challenges, CORDAP made significant progress in scaling up the science needed to save corals.
CORDAP will offer USD1.5 million in research grants
CORDAP announces the launch of a new funding program, the Coral Local Innovation Program (CLIP). With a total of USD1.5 million allocated to the call, CORDAP aims to support researchers working on finding local, affordable coral conservation and restoration solutions in developing countries.
CORDAP was present at the E1 Jeddah GP
In January 2025, CORDAP hosted a diving expedition to the Red Sea and set up an interactive booth to raise awareness on corals at the E1 Jeddah GP.
CORDAP and E1 are racing against time to save corals
CORDAP and E1 strengthen a partnership to advance coral restoration and awareness worldwide.
CORDAP and Westbrook Racing announce a game-changing partnership to save corals
The G20 Coral Research and Development Accelerator Platform (CORDAP) is proud to announce a partnership with the E1 racing team Westbrook Racing, owned by global icon Will Smith, to accelerate awareness and education about coral conservation worldwide.
CORDAP’s Executive Director, Prof. Carlos Duarte, wins the prestigious Japan Prize
CORDAP is proud to announce that our Executive Director, Professor Carlos Duarte, has been awarded the 2025 Japan Prize—one of the world’s most prestigious scientific honors—for his groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of marine ecosystems and pioneering research on blue carbon.
The Top 200 companies with power to boost coral conservation and restoration
After identifying 200 companies across the globe with the potential to accelerate coral restoration efforts, CORDAP has released a database designed to bridge a persistent gap in the field: the lack of interconnection between conservationists and the private sector.
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