Healthy ecosystems are essential for the health and productivity of many businesses. Aquaculture is one of these businesses. However, the impacts and dependencies of this productive sector on the ecosystems where aquaculture companies operate have … Read more
In their work to establish or improve the management of MPAs, marine conservation practitioners face the complexity of proving the value of the area and its ecosystem services towards stakeholders such as government and industries. … Read more
In this master thesis research project, Annelies Sewell (intern at Wolfs Company), applies the Eco2Fin tool to the Bonaire National Marine Park in order to identify financing mechanisms to increase the financial sustainability of this … Read more
Since the first sightings of the lionfish in the Caribbean, the local marine ecosystems have experienced severe problems due to predation and competition by this invasive species. Since 2008, the lionfish problem is also present … Read more
Wolfs Company strongly beliefs in the importance of the private sector to create a sustainable island economy. To investigate the opportunities and difficulties for sustainable development on Bonaire, we conducted a survey among businesses in … Read more
The Galapagos Archipelago is one of the most attractive destinations for ecotourism in the world. The unique biodiversity on the islands attracts tourists and scientists from all over the world and tourism arrivals have been … Read more
Whether further development of cruise tourism is desirable for Bonaire is constantly under discussion. It is thought that more cruise tourists will contribute to economic growth. But, at the same time, there is a fear that … Read more
Due to their special circumstances, Small Island Developing States (SIDS) have a rather complex path towards sustainable development. They are especially vulnerable to external shocks, characterised as having a high reliance on imports, high energy … Read more
Healthy ecosystems such as coral reefs and mangroves are critical to a small island society, such as Bonaire. To make well-founded decisions it is very important to understand how nature contributes to the economy and … Read more