Noise pollution in coastal ecosystems

Year 2025
Value $83,750
Grant Size Small

Project Summary:

This project assesses the effects of noise on the marine-coastal ecosystems of Santa Cruz and Baltra by generating acoustic maps, promoting mitigation actions, and raising community awareness about the impacts of noise pollution on biodiversity and quality of life. The initiative aims to preserve the ecological functionality of Galápagos’ coastal ecosystems, strengthen their resilience to climate change, and ensure their long-term sustainability.

Expected results:

  • Development of acoustic maps in critical areas to identify the main sources of noise, in alignment with environmental regulations.
  • Installation of four acoustic monitoring stations to obtain accurate data on noise levels and their variability.
  • Design of mitigation proposals to address noise pollution.
  • Organization of educational talks and community dialogues in schools, along with training for public officials and NGO staff.
  • Technical transfer to local institutions to ensure long-term continuity.

Grantees:

  • Jeiser Vernaza
  • Southcorp S.A.
  • Lambdacoustic Laboratories S.A.

Beneficiaries:

Santa Cruz Mayor’s Office – Ministry of Tourism – Ministry of the Environment –
Galapagos Special Regime Governing Council – Galapagos National Park – Charles Darwin Foundation – Local and Tourist Community – Surrounding Marine Fauna – Local and International Universities – Schools and Colleges in the region.

Project Priority

  • Education

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