Restoring the Ocean’s Lifeline, One Coral at a Time

We’ve lost 50% of coral reefs in the last 30 years—but there’s hope. The Coral Restoration Foundation is bringing reefs back to life, one coral at a time.

Corals cover just 1% of Earth’s surface but support 25% of all marine life. Their survival means protecting entire ecosystems and the coastal communities that rely on them.

In underwater nurseries, finger-sized corals grow into reef- ready colonies in just six months. Since 2007, the foundation has restored over 220,000 critically endangered corals to Florida’s reefs.

As corals return, so do fish, turtles, and vibrant marine life. The ocean is rebuilding—just in time for its residents to move back home.

Why This Matters

Bad news is everywhere, but here’s proof that action makes a difference. Coral reefs aren’t just dying—they’re being rebuilt. Effort, innovation, and persistence are paying off.

That’s why I wanted to share this. The good is out there—you just have to look for it.