Cooperation Agreement for Ecological Restoration in the Canary Islands

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially approved a cooperation agreement with Canaragua Medioambiente, aimed at advancing the LIFE Phoenix ecological restoration project focused on Canary date palms. This initiative, coordinated by Gesplan, seeks to:

• Conduct experiments
• Provide technical training
• Promote environmental outreach

to preserve and restore the natural habitat of Phoenix canariensis on Gran Canaria.

Partnership Details

• This partnership grants Canaragua access to specialized facilities and palm groves for controlled experiments and workshops.
• Gesplan will provide:
  • Expert advice
  • Materials
  • Skilled personnel
• These activities are part of a larger plan to:
  • Protect native flora
  • Promote environmental awareness

Significance

The collaboration underscores:

• The importance of conserving the iconic Canary palm,
• Its vital role for local biodiversity and landscape.

It also reflects strong government support for:

• Innovative ecological projects
• Projects sustained through European funding, specifically the LIFE program.

Duration and Goals

• The agreement is valid until June 2028.
• Its aims include:
  • Fostering knowledge exchange
  • Enhancing community engagement
  • Promoting sustainable habitat management

Benefits of the project include:

• Improved ecosystem health
• Engagement of residents
• Conservation of native species