This report provides an overview of the activities and achievements of the Paul do Boquilobo Biosphere Reserve (PBBR) in 2020. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the PBBR managed to implement and develop various strategies in line with the MaB Program objectives.
Governance actions included holding virtual meetings to discuss and plan the reserve’s strategy, identifying financial partners for economic sustainability, and implementing a budget funded by donations. Development efforts in 2020 focused on projects like the Optimus Prime initiative, promoting local food products, conducting guided visits with environmental education, and organising awareness and solidarity actions. Logistic functions involved scientific research, monitoring, education, and environmental awareness activities, particularly targeting farmers to promote environmental sustainability practices.
Additionally, the report highlights the participation of the PBBR in the Optimus Prime project, the promotion of local food products, guided visits with environmental education, and various awareness and solidarity actions.
The report also mentions the implementation of a budget funded by donations from Municipalities to cover current expenses. The Management Body actively participated in working groups and collaboration networks, including the Portuguese and Mediterranean Biosphere Reserve Networks and the MaB Committee.
Conservation actions focused on protecting genetic resources, species, ecosystems, and landscapes, with specific initiatives on Porto Santo Island. The document also outlines future plans for the reserve, including a periodic review process and ongoing development and sustainability actions.
Overall, the report demonstrates the PBBR’s commitment to environmental conservation, sustainable development, and community engagement despite the challenges faced in 2020.
