#Coral Reefs

How a Small Fishing Village in Palawan Regenerated Its Coral Reefs in Just 5 Years

In the coastal waters of Palawan, a village of 1,200 fisherfolk has restored 70% of their coral cover within five years, proving that grassroots action can heal our oceans and revive dying fishing communities.

Marian Santos · 8 min read · Aug 10, 2026