Press Releases
Welcome to the press releases page of the CARMABI Foundation. Here, you will find the latest updates, news, and announcements about our projects, events, and initiatives. From groundbreaking research to community-focused conservation efforts, these press releases showcase our commitment to protecting Curaçao’s natural heritage and inspiring sustainable change. Stay informed and discover how we’re making a difference in preserving the island’s unique environment and culture.
Press Release: Seru Largu National Park trains a new generation of guides through successful masterclasses
WILLEMSTAD – As part of Project Salu, an initiative by Carmabi funded by the Dutch Fund for Cultural Participation, Seru Largu National Park has successfully hosted several masterclasses.
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Press Release: Coca-Cola donates recycling bin to Carmabi: Working together for a cleaner Curaçao
WILLEMSTAD – Carmabi and Coca-Cola have joined forces to promote a cleaner and more sustainable Curaçao. On Friday, December 13, the official handover of a new recycling bin took place at Savonet, located within Christoffel National Park.
Press Release: One in three coral species in Curaçao threatened with extinction
WILLEMSTAD – During the United Nations Climate Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, the new Red List of Threatened Species was unveiled. The previous list was last presented in 2008. Over recent years, information on all 892 reef-building coral species worldwide has been re-evaluated to determine whether their survival status has improved or worsened. This evaluation was conducted by a global group of coral experts, including researchers from CARMABI. All 66 coral species found in the Caribbean are also present around Curaçao, and of these, 19 are now so critically endangered that they are at risk of extinction throughout the Caribbean region.
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Press release: New flamingo tower opens in Seru Largu National Park for optimal flamingo observation
WILLEMSTAD – Carmabi is proud to announce the completion of the Flamingo Tower, a new observation tower in Seru Largu National Park. This newest park managed by Carmabi offers visitors a unique opportunity to observe the stunning flamingos up close, without disturbing their natural habitat.
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Press release: Celebrate Dia di Sabaneta on Sunday, September 29, at Christoffelpark
Speakers from all over the world will join our experts to give inspiring talks on various topics. Stay on top of the latest business management trends & technologies
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Press release: Carmabi Education develops new lesson material about iguanas
WILLEMSTAD – The Nature and Environmental Education (NME) department of Carmabi has launched a new lesson series about iguanas for secondary education.
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Press release: Minister Van Heydoorn explores innovative nature and research projects at Carmabi
WILLEMSTAD – On Tuesday, August 27, 2024, the Minister of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports (OWCS), Mr. Sithree van Heydoorn, paid a productive working visit to the Caribbean Research and Management of Biodiversity (Carmabi) in Curaçao. The visit focused on strengthening scientific collaborations and promoting education and nature conservation on the island.
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