TUNACONS Strengthens the Protection of Galápagos Through FAD Recovery, Biodegradable Solutions

The TUNACONS Foundation continues to implement the “Cuidando Galápagos” initiative, which includes a prevention and early-response framework aimed at reducing environmental risks associated with drifting fish aggregating devices (FADs) and strengthening the protection of sensitive ecosystems in the Archipelago.
An operational protocol based on monitoring and local action
“Cuidando Galápagos” is activated through an alert protocol supported by satellite monitoring, trajectory analysis, and direct coordination with the associated fleet. When a potential drift or grounding risk is detected, coordination is triggered with a local recovery team in the...
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