Planet Conservation Projects

OMEGA FOR OUR OCEANS

Ever since OMEGA created its first dive watch in 1932, the brand has been passionate about the world beneath our oceans. A lifelong commitment to exploration has shown OMEGA that the seas must be protected, and the company now works alongside dedicated partners, such as the GoodPlanet Foundation, to raise awareness and help protect the future.

Open ocean with blue waters showing the tail of a whale.

RAISING AWARENESS

Created by Yann Arthus-Bertrand and Michael Pitiot, the Planet Ocean film dives into our planet's greatest mysteries with a team of international cinematographers, who explore the breathtaking bond between humanity and the ocean.

Planet Ocean

outstanding shots

The Planet Ocean film presents remarkable aerial and underwater ocean views and shows how we can all help improve the health of the seas.
Love letter to the seas

10 aerial cameramen and 13 underwater cameramen were sent all over the world to capture the beauty above and below the ocean’s surface for the documentary.
Worldwide screenings

When the film was released in 2012, OMEGA organized a number of screenings around the world to support GoodPlanet Foundation.

TAKING ACTION

GoodPlanet Foundation and OMEGA have set up three projects for the restoration and conservation of the Indonesian and Malagasy coasts. These three-year projects carried out in collaboration with local conservation activists, are designed to maintain an outstanding natural heritage and preserve local economic activities.

RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION

Using a participative community approach, the project proposes to restore and preserve the damaged ecosystems in the region, advancing the understanding of the role mangrove forests and seagrass beds.
COLLABORATION

The GoodPlanet Foundation and OMEGA are working with local communities and authorities to consolidate the protection of the shorelines and raise awareness of the issues among local players.
EDUCATION

The projects are using focused teaching resources to increase primary and secondary school students’ understanding of the fragile ecosystem and the importance of their local natural resources.

Two projects have been implemented in the northern region of Sulawesi, which has one of the richest ecosystems on the planet. This ecosystem and its coral reefs are threatened by the overexploitation of resources.

ENCHANTED BAHOI

RESPECTING BIODIVERSITY IN BAHOI

Project
Establishing a dynamic network of community-managed Marine Protected Areas.
HELPING THE PEOPLE IN THE VILLAGE OF BAHOI HELP THEMSELVES

Goal
Eco-tourism will contribute to a healthy economy and a healthy environment.
THE CORAL REEFS, THE GREATEST ECONOMIC ASSET, ARE AT RISK

Background
The region’s sustainability can be ensured with proper resource management.
HALF THE INHABITANTS OF BAHOI EARN THEIR LIVING FROM FISHING

People
The community’s way of life is threatened by poor marine resource management.
MARINE PROTECTED AREAS AND ECO-TOURISM ALLOW SUSTAINABILITY

Method
The local population is being educated on the management of its marine resources.

TANAKEKE ISLAND

AN INNOVATIVE PROJECT FOR THE RESTORATION OF THE MANGROVES

Project
The island has lost over 70% of its mangroves, greatly reducing biodiversity.
ESTABLISHING A PARTICIPATIVE MANGROVE RESTORATION PROJECT

Goal
The project will help regenerate the ecosystem, benefitting the local population.
THERE IS A CRISIS IN TANAKEKE ISLAND’S AQUACULTURE INDUSTRY

Background
The over-exploitation of the region’s resources has reeked environmental.The over-exploitation of the region’s resources has reeked environmental.
THE 3,300 INHABITANTS OF THE ISLAND DEPEND ON THE SEA

People
The economy lives from the ocean’s resources; thus, eco-health is critical.
INTRODUCING AN ECOLOGICAL MANGROVE RESTORATION PROJECT

Method
100 hectares of abandoned ponds are being converted into mangrove forests.

The latest GoodPlanet Foundation project, supported by OMEGA, aims to restore mangrove and seagrass ecosystems in Madagascar, which will help increase fishing catches in the area of Ranobe Bay.

Ranobe Bay

COASTAL COMMUNITIES ARE FACING AN UNCERTAIN FUTURE

BACKGROUND
Drought and overfishing have created pressure on marine ecosystems, directly affecting essential food resources.
To restore marine ecosystems

Goal
While continuing to protect 660 hectares of mangroves and wetlands, which provide habitats for ocean life.
With the help of young people from 13 villages, this seagrass will support food accessibility, clean waters, and biodiversity.
ENSURING FOOD SECURITY FOR LOCAL COMMUNITIES

BENEFIT
While building a sustainable relationship between nature and the people who depend on it.
FIGHTING AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE

LONG TERM
This preservation project not only helps local communities, but also the long-term health of the ocean.