In a groundbreaking pilot project, the Reef Renewal Lab deployed underwater drones equipped
with AI software to monitor coral health and biodiversity. These drones can identify bleaching
events, track fish populations, and map reef structures with high precision. The data collected
will help scientists make informed decisions about restoration strategies and track long-term
progress. This technology marks a major step forward in scalable reef conservation. The drones
operate autonomously and transmit real-time data to research teams onshore. Initial results have
revealed hotspots of coral stress and areas of high biodiversity. Plans are underway to expand the
drone fleet and integrate machine learning models for predictive reef health analysis.