Environment and biodiversity

What conservation efforts has Monaco undertaken to protect its local environment and biodiversity?

Monaco has taken various conservation efforts to protect its local environment and biodiversity, including:

1. Marine Protection: Creating marine reserves and marine-protected areas to preserve marine life and combat overfishing.

2. Green Initiatives: Implementing eco-friendly projects, such as the construction of sustainable buildings and promoting energy efficiency.

3. Wildlife Conservation: Supporting research and conservation programs for local species, like the loggerhead sea turtle.

4. Environmental Education: Raising awareness and educating the public about environmental conservation through initiatives and events.

Monaco continues to prioritize sustainability and conservation in its policies and actions.

Monaco's vegetation is dominated by thermophilic species such as olive, carob, mastic, Aleppo pine and tree spurge. A total of 347 taxa (species and subspecies) are currently present and distributed among 79 plant families.

The Principality of Monaco has undertaken a number of conservation efforts to protect its local environment and biodiversity. One of the most notable efforts is the creation of the Marine Protected Area of the Principality of Monaco, which covers approximately 1.5 square kilometers of coastal waters. The area is home to a diverse array of marine life, including dolphins, monk seals, and more than 200 species of fish. In addition to the Marine Protected Area, Monaco has also implemented a number of other conservation initiatives, such as restoring and protecting wetlands, planting native vegetation, and limiting the use of pesticides and herbicides.