Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources(BFAR)

Hi! I would like to request information regarding:

1. List of areas in Philippines ranked according to the percentage of coral reefs that have been damaged or are dead.
2. Survey Map that assesses and documented the current condition of the reef ecosystem.
3. List of currently operational coral nurseries or research facilities for corals in the Philippines.
4. List of active and accredited organization engaged in the preservation and conservation of coral ecosystem.

September 21, 2023

Dear MERRY ROSE,

Thank you for your request dated Sep 19, 2023 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Data Regarding Coral Conservation in Philippines.

We received your request on Sep 19, 2023 and will respond on or before Oct 10, 2023 12:41:33 PM, in accordance with the Executive Order's implementing rules and regulations.

Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHgsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEUJGQVItNDY3NTQ5NjAyMzk4DA, for request with ticket number #BFAR-467549602398.

Thank you.

Respectfully,

FOI Receiving Officer, BFAR
FOI Officer

September 28, 2023

Dear MERRY ROSE DELARMENTE,

Greetings!

Thank you for your request dated Sep 19, 2023 12:41:33 PM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.

Your request

You asked for Data Regarding Coral Conservation in the Philippines.

Response to your request

While our aim is to provide information whenever possible, in this instance, this Office does not have the information you have requested. However, the Bureau can refer you to the following agencies, which we believe will be a great help for your research. Please see the contact details below.  

University of the Philippines - Marine Science Institute (UP-MSI): [email protected] 
National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI): [email protected]

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Respectfully,
Central Office - MILDRED M. BUAZON
FOI Officer