Area Based Management

Spatial management tools are widely utilised in wildlife conservation. However, despite its 131 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), India falls short of its goal of protecting 30% of land and sea areas by 2030, as stipulated by the Convention for Biological Diversity under the 30x30 Target. 

To bolster India’s efforts, our team strives to identify, construct and guide innovative, participatory management approaches of area-based management for marine and coastal habitats in India. We focus on applying and improving spatial conservation strategies for marine areas through research, strengthening local and regional capacity, and increasing awareness on MPAs (Marine Protected Areas) and OECMs (Other Effective area-based Conservation Measures).

Our work in coastal Ratnagiri aims to forge partnerships with government agencies and local community groups to develop spatial management tools that secure biodiverse coastal and marine habitats and their associated livelihoods effectively and equitably.