Improvements

IMPROVEMENTS

Although the Great Barrier Reef is far from its pristine state, several measures have been taken to ensure that the reef is not further damaged by human activities and impact. For example, the Australian government recently instituted a ban on the dumping of sediments into the reef, which will greatly improve the water quality of the reef. (13). In addition to the new legislation, the government has also implemented several programs such as the Dugong and Turtle Protection Plan, aimed at protecting the reef’s rare mammal and turtles. (5)

Saving the Reef, one person at a time
Source: http://ocean.si.edu/ocean-news/reef-rescue-protect-coral-reefs-your-actions

On a local level, farmers have taken the initiative to reduce pollution that would otherwise become runoff. (19). While most of these efforts described above require large scale planning and detailed executions, making a positive impact on the reef does not have to be a difficult or challenging task. Simple acts of awareness such as not touching the coral and being educated about the reef’s current status are all positive impacts that are made everyday.  

Save the Reef
Source: https://www.getup.org.au/campaigns/great-barrier-reef--3/save-the-reef/save-the-reef