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The CDF Implemented a New Organizational Structure. A
new program structure was started in 2006. There are now
five directors, each responsible for a program: Institutional
Management, Research, Technical Assistance, Informa-
tion and Development, and Finance and Administration.
This structure is intended to enhance knowledge develop-
ment and sharing, as well our advisory help to partners
in Galapagos conservation.
More Support for Scientists. We began the process of
reviewing and evaluating our sponsorship systems for
visiting and collaborating scientists. Attention to the needs
of visiting scientists comes under the Research Program,
which has a salaried employee whose job is to assist the
Research Director.
Improved Infrastructure for Better Results. We built a
new quarantine station that is at the disposal of our staff
and visiting scientists. Moreover, we began the process
of centralizing the geographic information and database
management systems.
Research to Include Galapagos Corals on the IUCN
Red List. In 2006, we worked with the Durrell Institute
for Conservation and Ecology and the Durrell Wildlife
Conservation Trust to offer the Course for Action Aimed
at Island Species in Galapagos. Additionally, we worked
with local and international partners to offer a work-
shop on corals and types of algae in danger of extinc-
tion. We also provided support to more than forty groups
of visiting scientists.
Population Dynamics of Exploited Marine Species. With
the help of the GNPS, we assessed the impact of lobster
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Essential Information on the Galapagos Economy. With a
considerable database and studies on the tourism-based
archipelago economy, we prepared a document entitled
‘Galapagos at Risk’ that shows how tourism is the dominant
factor in Galapagos development. This information was also
part of the 2006 Galapagos Report.
New Facilities and More Efficient Energy Use.Thanks to GEF
Project support, we were able to build a new herbarium, a
new invertebrate laboratory, and a new vertebrate museum.
We also installed solar panels that provide 10% of CDRS
energy consumption. In addition, we collaborated with
the Ministry of Energy and Mines on the Charles Darwin
Research Station environmental audit.
and sea cucumber fisheries. We also did studies on the
warty sea cucumber (Stichopus horrens), held a workshop
on white fishing with the University of La Coruña, and
conducted a pilot study of lobster movement patterns.
Fishery Monitoring and Management Advice. Along with
the GNPS, FUNDAR and COPROPAG, we analyzed
lobster fishery, published and distributed a 2005 fishery
digest, and did on-site lobster fishery monitoring. We also
worked on sustainability indicators and a fisheries data-
base, besides developing and working toward approval
of management measures for 2007.