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We generate scientific knowledge to understand and protect Loreto’s ecosystems.
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We promote environmental education to strengthen awareness and community engagement.
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We drive actions that promote equity and fair access to natural resources.
Who We Are
At Conserva Loreto, we are dedicated to protecting and strengthening conservation areas in Loreto, seeking the well-being of both people and biodiversity. Our commitment is to preserve natural resources for future generations, focusing on:
Our goal is to create an environment where local communities not only survive, but thrive, having access to rich biological diversity.
PRESIDENTIAL DECREE IN LORETO
What does the decree imply and why is it a concern?
The recent presidential decree seeks to designate Loreto as a Port of High Seas and Cabotage, allowing increased maritime operations, vessel traffic, and port infrastructure development in the area.
Although presented as an administrative measure, several sectors have raised concerns about its potential impact on environmental balance, land use, and the local community—especially given the lack of a broad public consultation process.
Potential environmental impact
Increased maritime activity may affect sensitive marine ecosystems within Loreto Bay National Park.
Shift in land use
Loreto is known for conservation and low-impact tourism; this could move toward a more industrial model.
Biodiversity risks
Species such as the blue whale and other marine life could be affected by noise, traffic, and pollution.
Lack of public consultation
Local communities, organizations, and authorities were not adequately consulted.
a citizen-led petition has been launched to protect the blue whale and prevent the increase of cruise ship activity in Loreto, highlighting the potential environmental impacts of the decree.
The link below leads to this petition on Change.org, where anyone can learn more and add their signature to support this community initiative.
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THE OCEAN FOUNDATION
Lorem ipsuThe Ocean Foundation is a nonprofit organization that protects the oceans through conservation and education projects, addressing issues such as pollution and the overexploitation of marine resources through global collaboration.
“Thanks to The Ocean Foundation for its invaluable support of the Conserva Loreto Program.”
Conserva Loreto Posts
Learn more about our past events and how we have worked together for conservation.
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