Revitalizing Nichupté Lagoon: Marine Conservation Initiative

The Association of Nautical of Quintana Roo has been spearheading conservation and environmental cleanliness projects in the Nichupté Lagoon and other protected marine areas in the state since 2009. Their main goal is to lessen the impact of tourism on natural reefs and encourage the growth of corals and marine life.

Ricardo Moleiro López, the association's president, highlighted that they have initiated projects for installing artificial underwater habitats and waste management. They have done this in partnership with the National Park of the Western Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancún, and Punta Nizuc. The establishment of the Underwater Museum of Art (MUSA) is a notable part of these initiatives.

A current challenge in the Nichupté Lagoon is the presence of sunken boats, many of which pose an environmental hazard due to the materials they contain. Addressing this issue requires the involvement of various authorities and private entities.

The Association of Nautical of Quintana Roo and the Cancún Commemorative Rotary Club have been at the forefront of efforts to remove the sunken boats. They have been coordinating with environmental and infrastructure authorities to ensure the successful removal of these boats in the coming months. They are doing this with the support of the state and municipal government, as well as private initiatives.

Moreover, they plan to utilize the machinery used in the construction of the Nichupté Vehicular Bridge to aid in the boat removal process. They have considered various alternatives, such as using naval structures and aircraft to create new artificial habitats, always adhering to strict environmental guidelines.