THE GREAT OUTDOORS
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MENORCA PRESERVATION ON THE GRASSROOTS PROJECTS IT SUPPORTS, AND HOW TO REINFORCE THE ONLY WAY FORWARD Since its constitution in 2017, and thanks to the support of many people and businesses, Menorca 3UHVHUYDWLRQ KDV FDWDO\VHG VLJQLÀFDQW IXQGLQJ IRU HIIHFWLYH JUDVVURRWV HQYLURQPHQWDO LQLWLDWLYHV implemented by local entities, within four key pillars of work: land, sea, plastic and energy These have been developed and implemented by more than 20 entities on the island. This equates to more than 850,000 euros awarded to local environmental initiatives to boost the impact of our actions. “I’m so proud of the team and supporters of Menorca Preservation. We have incubated and funded some truly game-changing environmental restoration initiatives across the island. Menorca is fast becoming a leader among the islands of the world as humanity figures out how to live harmoniously within nature.” Ben Goldsmith, Co-founder of Menorca Preservation
In November 2017, Ben Goldsmith (founder of The Conservation Collective) and Estefanía Medina co-founded Menorca Preservation (Fundación para la Preservación de Menorca), a local, non-profit foundation. Their aim was to create a neutral and independent organisation through which one could support and strengthen environmental initiatives promoted by local organisations. In addition, as a foundation within The Conservation Collective group, Menorca Preservation is part of an international network of environmental non-profits, focusing on the protection, preservation and regeneration of biodiversity at a local level.
“I feel incredibly proud of all that we have achieved and what it means: increased knowledge, protected natural areas, new environmental jobs created, an incredible network of people involved and concerned about our natural habitats and the impact of climate change on these etc. Somehow, we are managing to “give back” to Menorca, which was something we hoped for but is also what many of those supporting us, want to do”. Rebecca Morris, Executive Director of Menorca Preservation
Over the last 5 years, Menorca Preservation has worked to slow down the effects of climate change on the island, contributing to the development of a more sustainable Menorca. Between 2017 and 2023, MeP has supported over 80 environmental initiatives focused on protecting, regenerating and conserving Menorca’s natural habitats. D O N ’ T M I S S A N E D I T I O N , S U B S C R I B E T O D AY ! V I S I T: R O Q U E TA M A G A Z I N E . N E T
