Our Mission
Preserve, restore and document coral ecosystems.
Corals, on Earth, represent approximately 0.2% of the ocean surface… but are home to a quarter of marine biodiversity! Existing for hundreds of millions of years, these veritable underwater cities contribute to the balance of our planet in many ways. Discover our vision and our missions to preserve our coral reefs and raise public awareness of the importance of these corals for our ecosystem.
Restore
The Coral Planters’ main mission is to transplant corals, with the aim of creating new reefs in our oceans.
a unique restoration method
Thomas Le Berre, co-founder of The Coral Planters and a marine engineer, developed our coral reef restoration technique. It involves transplanting coral fragments (actively or opportunistically harvested, as the case may be) onto specially designed metal frames. These are covered with a substrate of sand and natural resin to increase the chances of success tenfold.
regular monitoring of the reefs
At the end of the first 6 months, our teams start to take the first photographs. It’s at this stage that the corals, which have bonded to the structure in just a few weeks, start to form new branches and we can see a redensification with the naked eye.
After 3 years, the colonies become sexually mature: the first eggs are laid and the adventure continues!
Our monitoring role in brief
Our software can calculate survival and growth rates and use large quantities of data for analysis.
Today, there are several coral reef restoration programmes around the world. We are keen to share the knowledge we have gained in the field.
Finally, our monitoring also enables all adopters to see how their investment is progressing!
Raise Awareness
Our association works to communicate in a caring, informative and educational way. Our aim is to make as many people as possible aware of the importance of coral ecosystems and the threat posed by their disappearance. To reach as wide an audience as possible, we have developed activities for all ages through our Edu’Coral programme.
Activities in schools
In schools, every teacher can find educational content adapted to their expectations and level. We encourage teachers to use our tools to help them understand the importance of corals in our ecosystem and the care we need to take to preserve our oceans.
Present at events
We regularly visit places open to the public, music festivals, summer beaches and public squares. We organise events, games and sometimes exhibitions to raise awareness of the issues we face every day in France and around the world.
Educational booklet
With the help of scientists, we have created a unique educational tool for children: an educational booklet about the richness of marine ecosystems. The aim is to encourage positive learning through a sense of wonder. Our booklet is available free of charge from our website.
Communication through wonder
Whether through our blog, social media, or in-person meetings, we strive to share our knowledge and field experience with passion and kindness. We firmly believe that raising awareness is an essential driving force in protecting marine life and its fragile ecosystems. Every day, we share what amazes us: the richness and beauty of the ocean floor, the incredible interactions between species, and the inspiring stories of nature struggling to survive.
Our approach is based on authentic and positive sharing, because we believe that it is by awakening curiosity and stirring emotion that we can mobilize as many people as possible around our cause. By joining our community, you become not just a spectator of our actions, but a true agent of change, ready to contribute to a future where the oceans regain their balance. We invite you to explore, learn, and above all, to marvel with us at the infinite beauty of marine life.
