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Wave Of Change @waveofchange

@Iberostar pioneering responsible tourism movement to move towards a circular economy, promote responsible seafood consumption & improve coastal health

Joined September 2018
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Sustainable seafood enhances the visitor experience, supports local economies, and preserves marine ecosystems. By connecting the environment with local tourism, blue foods promote a more sustainable future for both.
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Our “Lifting up Local” initiative supports small-scale local fisheries in our destinations, promoting sustainable practices and empowering local communities as well as protecting our oceans. #BlueFoods

Our Lifting up Local initiative

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We’re committed to sustainable Blue Foods through a clear approach: We’re advancing sustainable Blue Foods by integrating nature protection, sourcing responsibly, collaborating with fisheries, and empowering communities. Together, we’re building a better future. #WaveofChange
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The ocean and coastal ecosystems are crucial for responsible tourism and global food systems. By integrating blue foods into tourism, we can create healthier, more resilient destinations while promoting responsible practices. Let’s make the shift towards sustainability!

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Un honor participar en el #ForoAcciónClimática2024, donde hemos fortalecido alianzas y compartido conocimientos para proteger los ecosistemas costeros del Caribe Mexicano Quintana Roo. La colaboración demuestra ser clave para preservar la salud y vitalidad de nuestras costas.
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As global temperatures rise, coral reefs face unprecedented threats, with bleaching becoming one of the main dangers. At Wave of Change, our scientific and restoration teams have developed a Coral Bleaching Protocol to minimize the impacts on the reefs where we operate.

Coral Bleaching Protocol

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At Wave of Change, we develop comprehensive baselines to assess the health of ecosystems surrounding @Iberostar hotels. This helps us identify threats like rising sea levels or coastal erosion and implement action plans to mitigate risks. Learn more acortar.link/BiJtHS
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In an interview with @ourGSSI, Erika Harms, our Global Director of Sustainability – Science, Innovation & Research, discussed how @Iberostar is enhancing local food systems, promoting sustainable seafood practices, and leading the way towards a more responsible tourism.

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Felices de anunciar que hemos firmado un Memorando de Entendimiento con el Jardín Botánico Nacional de República Dominicana. Esta colaboración refuerza nuestro compromiso con el turismo regenerativo, avanzando en la mejora de los espacios verdes de los hoteles de @Iberostar.
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Emocionandos con la gran oportunidad que nos ha brindado @elmundoes para dar a conocer el valioso trabajo de investigación y restauración de corales que realiza nuestro equipo de científicos en @IBEROSTAR. ➡️Descubre más: elmundo.es/papel/historias/2…
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Our partners from Aliança Kirimurê visited us at Iberostar Bahia and Praia do Forte in Brazil to advance our Lifting up Local initiative. We shared our framework for purchasing community fishery products and explored new ways to enhance our collaboration.
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Through our multinational reef restoration program, we’re working to enhance coral resilience and offer innovative solutions to current global challenges. This is an example of the importance of Nature-based Solutions to ensure thriving coastal ecosystems.

Our multinational reef restoration program

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At Wave of Change, we're leading the way for a sustainable ocean economy. Discover our achievements, from our Coral Reef restoration program to the Climate Change Observatory, and join us in our commitment to marine and coastal conservation.

Our milestones

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We are committed to driving transformative action using nature's principles to tackle urgent challenges, enhance resilience, and support biodiversity. By promoting Nature-based Solutions, we ensure that coastal and marine ecosystems continue to thrive.

Driving transformative action

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We believe it's time for transformative action. At Wave of Change, we’re driving research and action to design and implement nature-based solutions to ensure coastal ecosystems continue providing valuable services.

Nature-based solutions

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Oceans and tourism are deeply connected. At Wave of Change, we use Nature-based Solutions to protect #marineecosystems, tackle climate change, and support local economies.

Oceans and tourism are deeply connected

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At Wave of Change, we are committed to developing a sustainable ocean economy. Through mangrove restoration, we improve their health and the ecosystem services they provide to our destinations. Join our mission to enhance beach and water quality through Nature-based Solutions!

Our mission to enhance beach and water quality

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Orgullosos de formar parte del informe “Implantación de la Agenda 2030 en las Empresas Españolas” de @PactoMundial como ejemplo de buenas prácticas por nuestra estrategia de reducción de residuos en @Iberostar. Gracias a los equipos 3R avanzamos hacia un turismo responsable.

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Proud to announce that our researcher @MBlancoPimentel has received the @AmbienteRD and @giz_gmbh @mmr Sello ABS RD for her best practices in the management of permits and genetic resources, particularly her research on the genetic diversity of the staghorn coral species.
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