What is Aruba 30x30?
OUR OCEAN, OUR FUTURE
30×30 is a global commitment to protect at least 30% of the world’s land and ocean by 2030. Aruba has incorporated this commitment into its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) 2024–2030, which outlines the island’s priorities for protecting and restoring biodiversity.
Our ocean supports marine life, livelihoods, and our way of life. Through Aruba 30×30, the Government of Aruba is working to identify marine areas for protection, supporting a healthier and more abundant ocean for future generations.
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WHY IT MATTERS
A healthy ocean brings many benefits
Explore how healthy marine ecosystems support Aruba's people, nature, and future.
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Healthy marine ecosystems provide essential habitats for fish and other marine life. Scientific research shows that well-managed marine protected areas can support fish populations and, under suitable conditions, benefit fisheries in surrounding waters.
Share your perspective
GET INVOLVED
The public consultation on Aruba's four proposed offshore marine protection scenarios is open from 28 October to 27 November 2026. Share your views through the online consultation, at designated kiosks, or by attending one of the three public information evenings.
Consultation period28 October – 27 November 2026
Share your perspective
Share the potential benefits and concerns you see for each of the four proposed offshore scenarios.
Join a session
Attend a public consultation session to learn more, ask questions, and share your perspective.
Aruba 30x30 Lokets
INFORMATION POINTS
Visit an Aruba 30x30 information point (loket) near you to learn more about the commitment, ask questions, and submit your input in person as part of the online public consultation process.
- Office DNM · Van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 7, San Nicolas · 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Office ACF · San Fuego 70, Santa Cruz · 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Current State
Aruba manages 25,267.81 km² of ocean — 140 times larger than the island itself. Currently, only 0.24% (60 km²) is protected.
Protected today0.24%
Target30%
Selected zone
Area marked ≈ are measured from supplied maps and are indicative only.Aruba's marine area25,267.82 km²
Aruba manages 25,267.81 km2 of ocean, that is 140 times larger than the island itself. Currently, only 0.24% (60km2) is protected.
Proposed Scenarios
Offshore consultation
Four possible offshore protection scenarios, based on the best available science. Select one to see its proposed area on the map.
Scenario 1: proposed area
ScenarioShare of marine area · target 30%
Scenario 1
Scenario 1 of 4
Protects the deep reef banks and the slope north of the island, while keeping the main fishing grounds near the coast open.
Main benefitProtects the most diverse reef banks
Main trade-offLess protection for coastal seagrass
Areas marked ≈ are measured from the supplied maps and are indicative only.
Timeline
The road to 2030
Eight steps from the global agreement to legally protected waters. Click a step to see what happens — and when you can have your say.
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After this: the final step
Coming up
We will share updates on this page as the process moves forward.
