Country: Spain

Site: Municipality of Denia, Punta del Raset beach

Target: Students and Schools, Teachers and Educators, Local communities and residents

Short Description

A beach regeneration project at Punta del Raset combined sand traps, informational signs, and community action to combat erosion, protect ecosystems, and promote sustainability. Sand traps stabilized sediment, reducing coastal erosion while preserving dunes and seagrass beds essential for biodiversity and climate resilience. Informative signs raised public awareness, encouraging responsible tourism and long-term conservation. An environmental volunteer day engaged 60 participants in restoring the dune system and improving the Kentish plover’s habitat. Volunteers planted 352 native seedlings, removed 75 kg of invasive species, and cleared 2 kg of waste, enhancing ecosystem health.

Goals

Remove invasive species to allow native plants to thrive and protect local wildlife.
Replant native species to support natural habitats and provide food and shelter for fauna.
Remove debris to reduce pollution, protect wildlife, and maintain dune functionality.

Reproducibility

Regular awareness programmes ensure volunteers understand dune ecosystems, fostering long-term commitment.
Teamwork among volunteers, experts, and communities enhances effectiveness in habitat restoration.