Restoration research
We research coral life cycles, optimal breeding conditions for various species, and strategies to enhance the resilience and survival of young corals.
Giving coral reefs a future.
Zach RansomJoin us on our Mission!
"We at SECORE feel a great responsibility and recognize the magnitude of work ahead of us, and with the help of our partners and supporters, I am confident that we can turn the tide for coral reefs. Thank you for believing in our mission!", Dr. Dirk Petersen, SECORE's Executive Director and Founder.
SECORE's restoration approach
Our holistic coral reef restoration strategy integrates reef research, cutting-edge technology, and comprehensive mentorships with customized local implementation. Through our vast international partner network, we drive successful coral reef restoration efforts with measurable, trans-regional impact.
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Technological solutions
To meet the challenges of the coral crisis, developing technologies to enable the scaling-up of coral reef restoration is a key aspect.
Large-scale Implementation
Within our Training and Capacity Building Program we accompany our partners on their journey to a sustainable restoration on an impactful scale.
What is a reef - and why do corals need our help?
Corals are ecosystem engineers creating complex reef structures that support marine biodiversity. They are one of the most diverse and valuable ecosystems - yet today, corals around the globe are dying at an alarming rate.
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Breeding corals
The first Coral Breeding Reference Sheets are finally available, consolidating information on four key coral species (Acropora palmata, Orbicella faveolata, Diploria labyrinthiformis, Porites porites). They a valuable resource for all Coral Seeding practitioners.
Healthy coral offspring
A peer-reviewed study shows that all our efforts are worthwhile: during the devastating heatwave in the Caribbean in 2023, our young, bred corals on the reef, stayed healthy while most of the remaining wild corals bleached and many died in the aftermath.
Joining forces
Within this new US$1.38 million CORDAP funded restoration project we will be working on optimizing collection of coral spawn, assisted fertilization, mass coral larvae rearing, coral settlement, and improving survival of corals after seeding them on the reef together with FUNDEMAR and Reef Renewal Bonaire.
Reef PatrolOur mission: creating and sharing the tools and technologies to sustainably restore coral reefs worldwide
The Coral Heroes science comic - adventures on the reef!
Meet our Coral Heroes! We created this science comic for kids to learn about the ecology of coral reefs and how to restore them with Coral Seeding. Download our comic to read or print, available in several languages!
Our Zoo & Aquarium Partnership Program
“As proud members of SECORE’s Zoo and Aquarium Partnership Program, we are supporting invaluable work that clearly aligns with our mission of research, education, and conservation, “says Mitch Carl, Curator of Aquatics at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and SECORE's supporter for two decades.
Your support is vital to our mission!
Every donation counts - get on board and help us Give Coral Reefs a Future ! Your donation ensures that we can continue our work where we excel: creating the tools to sustainably restore coral reefs around the world.
SECORE International
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Miami, FL 33145
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