OCEAN
COASTAL

We’re restoring coral reefs in Padangbai, Bali (Indonesia)

  • Indonesia
  • OCEAN , COASTAL
Together with our local partner, we are restoring crucial coral ecosystems in Padangbai, Bali (Indonesia)
Funding status

What are we doing?

Together with our partner, Livingseas Foundation, we are restoring coral ecosystems in Bali, Indonesia. We’re focused on the following activities:

  • Setting up coral nurseries (1,000 coral fragments per nursery)
  • Setting up reefstars (18 coral fragments) and superstars (30 coral fragments)
  • Training local communities in nursery establishment and sustainable coral reef management
  • Setting up, safeguarding and expanding Marine Protected Areas

We chose this particular area right on top of the Wallace Line, because of its cool, nutrient-rich waters which haven’t seen any bleaching events to date.

Planting coral in Bali - Habitats

577

m2 of reef ecosystem restored

57

Coral nurseries installed

Why this project?

Impact on climate change

First tipping point reached

Coral reefs act as natural carbon sinks and coastal protectors, absorbing CO₂ and buffering waves that would otherwise erode shorelines. Yet with ocean warming and acidification, many reefs have already crossed a tipping point beyond natural recovery. By restoring coral ecosystems in Bali, we help rebuild this vital blue carbon ecosystem and strengthen local climate resilience.

Impact on biodiversity

Hosting 25% of all marine species

Healthy reefs are among the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth, hosting over 25 % of all marine species. Our local partner’s restoration sites have seen fish and coral populations multiply within months, turning degraded “marine deserts” into thriving habitats. Our project accelerates this recovery, creating safe breeding grounds and restoring balance to coastal ecosystems.

Impact on local communities

Improving coastal livelihoods

Reef restoration directly benefits coastal livelihoods in Bali through sustainable tourism, fishing, and training for local youth. Community members are involved in every step of the process, from coral planting to reef monitoring, creating new jobs and ocean stewardship. A healthy reef means a stronger local economy and a safer coastline for future generations.

Plant your own reef

Help us restore coral ecosystems in Bali, Indonesia. Every single coral fragment you help us plant restores biodiversity, protects coastal communities, and supports local livelihoods.

For every donation you can put a name tag on the coral structure and you will receive regular picture updates of your sponsored coral ecosystem.

Reefstar - Grow 18 coral fragments

Reefstar - Grow 18 coral fragments

EUR 30.00
1 reefstar structure with 18 coral fragments
Superstar - Grow 30 coral fragments

Superstar - Grow 30 coral fragments

EUR 75.00
1 superstar structure with 30 coral fragments
Coral nursery - Grow 1000 coral fragments

Coral nursery - Grow 1000 coral fragments

EUR 300.00
1 massive coral reef structure holding 1,000 coral fragments

Your contact person

Have questions about this project? Feel free to reach out to our Ocean Conservation and Restoration Lead, Lien.

Lien De Ruyck - Habitats

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