30×30 Coalition Thailand

By identifying gaps and opportunities, the project will develop a strategic roadmap and proposal for the effective implementation of these conservation measures. ECCA is supporting the coalition to strengthen collaborations, mobilize resources, and drive policy dialogue, ensuring a robust framework for long-term marine conservation in Thailand. 

Location:

Thailand

Period:

1 Jan 2025 - 30 June 2025

Status:

Active

Partner:

The 30×30 Thailand project aims to accelerate Thailand’s progress towards the 30×30 target, with a specific focus on marine ecosystems. The initiative will conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing marine protected areas (MPAs) and other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs). 

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Challenge

Currently, only about 16% of land and 8% of oceans worldwide are protected. Thailand, with just 18% of its land and 5% of its seas under protection, faces significant challenges in meeting global conservation goals. In December 2022, the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework set a target to protect 30% of land, inland waters, and oceans by 2030, underscoring the urgency of the issue. However, Thailand faces a substantial funding gap for biodiversity conservation, with BioFin Thailand reporting a shortfall of US$1.116 billion annually. 

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Approach

The project will begin by organizing a series of dialogues with key stakeholders, including the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR), Department of National Parks (DNP), and Department of Fisheries (DOF), to discuss enabling policies and frameworks to implement the 30x30 target. These discussions will also define the roles and responsibilities of various agencies involved in marine conservation. 

Additionally, a roundtable discussion titled “Implementing 30x30: Focusing on Marine” will be organized with representatives from ONEP, DMCR, DNP, DOF, GIZ, WWF, WCS, IUCN, ECCA, and OCEAN5 to align strategies and solutions for marine protection. 

The project will also focus on site assessments for potential Marine OECMs, which will be proposed for funding through OCEAN5 grants. Collaborations with donors, the private sector, communities, and the broader 30x30 Thailand Coalition network will help develop a pipeline of blue conservation projects and establish a clear roadmap for implementation. 

Outcomes

At least four site assessments and mapping completed for Marine OECMs 

A status report on Thailand’s progress towards the 30x30 target 

Policy recommendations and a draft roadmap for implementing the 30x30 target 

A comprehensive proposal for policy to action, focusing on the effective management of OECMs and MPAs in Thailand, including four detailed proposals for implementation 

We need your support to protect Thailand’s marine ecosystems. Whether you are a government agency, private sector partner, donor, or community organization, get involved in the 30x30 Thailand Coalition to drive collective action for ocean conservation. Together, we can meet the 30x30 target and secure a sustainable future for Thailand’s marine biodiversity. Join us today!