The proposal to reclassify Nikko Bay has officially been denied. I am honestly stunned at this outcome and know it only happened because you showed up to protect these waters. Please stay alert in case something like this comes up again because my faith in your collective resolve is complete.
August 29, 2016
Final supporters
We the undersigned, understand that Fish-n-Fins dive shop (dba Eco Green Palau) is seeking approval to reclassify the waters of Nikko Bay from AA to B in order to develop this fragile and pristine area. They have a proposal to relocate their dive business from M-dock to Nikko Bay in Ngermid. Their plan includes dredging and filling 9,000 sq mtrs of undisturbed reef flat and mangroves adjacent to the property they have leased, in order to create a 20 foot deep channel into a private dock that they will build for their dive shop operations. We oppose this proposal and ask that they find a more suitable location. Nikko Bay is both a scientifically and ecologically important area in Palau. Furthermore, PIRIC researchers have published a study which shows that Nikko Bay is poorly suited for development due to poor water exchange in the Bay. Building a dock, and locating a dive operation would adversely affect these pristine waters. Therefore we the undersigned oppose the reclassification of Nikko Bay and oppose the proposed development of this area.
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Reached 500 supporters
August 17, 2016
Reached 100 supporters
August 6, 2016
178 Comments
This is a crazy proposal. Nikko bay is scientifically significant and could very well help us understand ocean acidification pressure and dying reefs. Do not develop Nikko Bay!
I lived in Palau for two years in the 80's and was amazed by the natural beauty of the islands. The ecosystem is very fragile and tourism is a big part of the economy....but not this kind of tourism.
The bay is a well known juvenile breeding ground. To declassify it from AA to B just to suit some private investor is ludicrous and against all the environmental appeal Palau gains from the world including the platform of the current President.
The reclassification of these waters is inappropriate and ecologically stupid. Reef flats and mangrove areas are important nurseries for many fish species. Palau cannot afford to destroy such areas in the name of development.
my island! we are saying No more build ups. my 3 year old son will see Palau more of China town and filled with foreigners. he won't experience how beautiful and safe palau was when I was little. enough is enough. money isn't want we need. protecting our land and our culture is!
Developments that will have a detrimental effect on our environment is not welcome in Palau.
Not to My Pristine Paradise
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The proposal to reclassify Nikko Bay has officially been denied. I am honestly stunned at this outcome and know it only happened because you showed up to protect these waters. Please stay alert in case something like this comes up again because my faith in your collective resolve is complete.
August 29, 2016
Final supporters
We the undersigned, understand that Fish-n-Fins dive shop (dba Eco Green Palau) is seeking approval to reclassify the waters of Nikko Bay from AA to B in order to develop this fragile and pristine area. They have a proposal to relocate their dive business from M-dock to Nikko Bay in Ngermid. Their plan includes dredging and filling 9,000 sq mtrs of undisturbed reef flat and mangroves adjacent to the property they have leased, in order to create a 20 foot deep channel into a private dock that they will build for their dive shop operations. We oppose this proposal and ask that they find a more suitable location. Nikko Bay is both a scientifically and ecologically important area in Palau. Furthermore, PIRIC researchers have published a study which shows that Nikko Bay is poorly suited for development due to poor water exchange in the Bay. Building a dock, and locating a dive operation would adversely affect these pristine waters. Therefore we the undersigned oppose the reclassification of Nikko Bay and oppose the proposed development of this area.
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
August 17, 2016
Reached 100 supporters
August 6, 2016
178 Comments
That bay holds ecological importance to the marine environment of Palau. There are also studies that suggest that the corals there are resistant to climate change effects.
This is a crazy proposal. Nikko bay is scientifically significant and could very well help us understand ocean acidification pressure and dying reefs. Do not develop Nikko Bay!
I lived in Palau for two years in the 80's and was amazed by the natural beauty of the islands. The ecosystem is very fragile and tourism is a big part of the economy....but not this kind of tourism.
The bay is a well known juvenile breeding ground. To declassify it from AA to B just to suit some private investor is ludicrous and against all the environmental appeal Palau gains from the world including the platform of the current President.
The reclassification of these waters is inappropriate and ecologically stupid. Reef flats and mangrove areas are important nurseries for many fish species. Palau cannot afford to destroy such areas in the name of development.
my island! we are saying No more build ups. my 3 year old son will see Palau more of China town and filled with foreigners. he won't experience how beautiful and safe palau was when I was little. enough is enough. money isn't want we need. protecting our land and our culture is!
Developments that will have a detrimental effect on our environment is not welcome in Palau.
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That bay holds ecological importance to the marine environment of Palau. There are also studies that suggest that the corals there are resistant to climate change effects.