Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) LATIN AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN | Belize | Environment & Natural Resources Global Practice | Recipient Executed Activities | Investment Project Financing | FY 2015 | Seq No: 5 | ARCHIVED on 29-Jun-2017 | ISR28851 | Implementing Agencies: Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT), Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry, the Environment and Sustainable Development, Belize Key Dates Key Project Dates Bank Approval Date:03-Mar-2015 Effectiveness Date:15-Jul-2015 Planned Mid Term Review Date:06-Dec-2017 Actual Mid-Term Review Date:-- Original Closing Date:31-Mar-2020 Revised Closing Date:31-Mar-2020 Project Development Objectives Project Development Objective (from Project Appraisal Document) The objective of the proposed Project is to implement priority ecosystem-based marine conservation and climate adaptation measures to strengthen the climate resilience of the Belize Barrier Reef System. Has the Project Development Objective been changed since Board Approval of the Project Objective? No PHRPDODEL Components Name Component 1. Improving the Protection Regime of Marine and Coastal Ecosystems:(Cost $2.00 M) Component 2. Promotion of Viable Alternative Livelihoods:(Cost $2.45 M) Component 3. Raising Awareness and Building Local Capacity:(Cost $0.56 M) Component 4. Project Management, Monitoring and Assessment:(Cost $0.52 M) Overall Ratings Name Previous Rating Current Rating Progress towards achievement of PDO  Satisfactory  Satisfactory Overall Implementation Progress (IP)  Satisfactory  Moderately Satisfactory Overall Risk Rating  Moderate  Moderate 6/29/2017 Page 1 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) Implementation Status and Key Decisions Progress and highlights of project implementation are given below: COMPONENT 1: Expansion and securing MPAs and replenishment zones in strategic locations for climate resilience: Completed ground truthing in South Water Caye Marine Reserve, Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve and Corozal Bay Wildlife Sanctuary to aid in verification of the image data (maps and remote sensing data) to real features on the ground. The ground truthing team consisted of the Fisheries Department, the consultant (GIS consultant contracted on May 30, 2016), Lands and Survey Department, and co-managers. A task force was formed to provide technical guidance to the process with a first meeting held on November 15, 2016, and attended by 17 stakeholders from Fisheries Department, Forest Department, Sarteneja Alliance for Conservation and Development, Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association, University of Belize, and Lands and Survey Department. In the last six months the validated maps were presented to the targeted MPAs Advisory Committees for review and comments. MCCAP is expected to have further meetings with these committees to finalize the maps. Promoting effective management of selected MPAs, including replenishment zones: Surveillance, monitoring and enforcement activities have been strategic and targeted; MCCAP has acted as a catalyst bringing all the actors together (Fisheries Department -FD, Coast Guard, NGOs, marine reserve staff, Forest Department) to standardize enforcement operations of the targeted MPAs. This activity has ensured the FD is adequately equipped with the skilled staff, resources and tools necessary for effective enforcement. A first joint patrol meeting with Sarteneja Alliance for Conservation and Development, Fisheries Department, Forest Department, Coast Guard and MCCAP was held January 27, 2016. Pilot activities began in Corozal Bay Wildlife Sanctuary February 2016. Joint patrol meetings for Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve was held with Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association (TASA), Fisheries Department, Coast Guard and MCCAP on June 28, 2016. TASA constructed 2 field stations at Maugre Caye and Calabash Caye, which are used by the Fisheries Department to launch enforcement activities with TASA staff and Coast Guard. Moreover, the FD has drafted the Fisheries Enforcement and Prosecution Manual, which has been the basis for 2 enforcement trainings delivered so far (January 2015 with 21 fisheries enforcement officers from Marine Reserves and Conservation Compliance Unit; and November 2016 with 18 enforcement officers). The Manual will be further enhanced to integrate training modules for future training. Overall, enforcement presence in the three MPAs has increased significantly with MCCAP activities. For the Biological monitoring activity, an assessment of the Spiny Lobster (Panulirus agrus) population was conducted in the General Use Zone within the South Water Caye Marine Reserve during the closed season. In addition, the Fisheries Department conducted its biannual national underwater survey to assess the Queen conch (Strombus gigas) population to determine the potential yield that function as the basis for the allocation of a conch quota. The assessment began with a training workshop (25 participants) to explain the methodology (sampling theory and morphometric); and to determine the sample size for each new fishing area assigned by the Managed Access programme. During the period September 15-30, 2016, 11 teams of 4 persons (Fisheries Officers/Biologists and students from the University of Belize) conducted underwater visual survey of specific conch habitats. A total of 7,020 conchs were measured during the 2016 study. Supporting pilot investments to re-populate coral reefs within replenishment zones: Contract with Fragments of Hope (FoH) was signed on June 9, 2016. Inception report approved by TAC, PSC, and WB. Update on project activities was given at National Coral Reef Monitoring Network meeting in September; and 3 community consultation meetings were held for South Water Caye Marine Reserve stakeholders: (1) Dangriga (Mars Place) – October 11, 2016 with 25 participants (36% females) from different stakeholder groups (Fishermen Association, Hoteliers, etc.) of which 18 wanted to participate in the restoration course; (2) South Water Caye (Blue Marlin Lodge) – October 13, 2016; and (3) Hopkins (Hopkins Primary School) – October 20, 2016 with over 33 participants (24% female) mainly from the Stann Creek Tour Guide Association of which 16 wanted to participate in the restoration course. Consultation for Turneffe stakeholders at Calabash Cay will be done in December. On October 12-16, 2016, acroporids, nursery and outplant location were mapped for South Water Caye Marine Reserve, and on November 29, 2016, FOH started installation of table nurseries in this location. So far, a total of 4 table nurseries were installed in each site (South Water Caye Marine Reserve and Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve). Promoting effective management of Belize’s MPA network and the coastal zone -Revision of the mangrove regulations: This Consultancy is to finalize the Draft Forests (Protection of Mangroves) Regulations 2014 (sic) to enable improved management of mangroves in an effort to ensure sustainable coastal development. Contract was signed; inception report approved by TAC, PSC, and WB. Consultant conducted initial consultations with key stakeholders (Deputy Solicitor General, representative from UNESCO, Forest Department, etc.), and task force was formed comprising Forest Department, Fisheries Department, World Wildlife Fund, Attorney General’s Ministry, Lands and Survey Department, Department of the Environment, Independent participant, Fragments of Hope, Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute. Two meetings of the Task Force were organized to provide valuable inputs to the revision of the Regulations. -Revision of Coastal Zone Management Act and Regulations: This Consultancy was initiated to: (1) conduct a review of the existing CZM Act of 1998 and Regulations and; (2) conduct an institutional review of the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute (CZMAI) of Belize to help strengthen the legal, policy and institutional framework within which the new ICZM Plan (2016) will be implemented as well as to address key gaps, 6/29/2017 Page 2 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) challenges and opportunities for improvements to the process for integrated management of the coastal zone. Meetings initiated on November 1, 2016 with Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute (CZMAI), PIAG, members of the Coastal Advisory Committee and the CZMAI board. Regional workshops and focus group meetings with stakeholders will be conducted in the coming months. -CZMAI Water Quality Monitoring: the objectives of the WQM programme are to develop: (1) a pilot study involving long term continuous monitoring of the Belize River at various points; and (2) monthly monitoring of water quality within the central region of the Belize coastal/marine zone. On October 21, 2016, the CZMAI Water Quality Monitoring Unit deployed the three YSI EXO II Sondes in the Belize River. On November 18, 2016, they performed the first servicing of the sonde, and downloaded data and exchanged batteries. All the necessary equipment, labware, and reagents for lab analysis of water samples (99% of equipment received) are in place. To this end, CZMAI WQM unit has began the transition into the testing phase by finalizing protocols, and collecting initial samples for analysis. -Inventory of development sites - The purpose of the inventory is to establish a spatial and temporal baseline for human use of coastal and marine resources in tandem with the implementation of the Belize Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Plan. The inventory will serve as an important tool for monitoring and assessing compliance with the ICZM Plan. The CZMAI Data Centre applied four steps in developing the spatial baseline: (1) aerial imagery/survey to establish a spatial & temporal baseline for human use of the coastal and marine resources, (2) digitization, (3) ground truth to validate the development sites captured with the aerial survey, and (4) data processing. Ground truthing for Caye Caulker planning region was carried out from June 27th – July 1st, 2016 and for Ambergris Caye on July 25th – July 29th, 2016. Data processing and final maps were completed for 35% of Caye Caulker and San Pedro. -COMPONENT 2: -Community mobilization for the development of alternative livelihoods: MCCAP alternative livelihood approach was discussed and approved by the TAC and PSC. Livelihood activities will focus on three main sectors: tourism, agriculture, and fishing. An agreed Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) process was developed for the MCCAP project. TOR IDC for MCCAP sub-project development expert services and Technical Expert services were advertised and Expressions of Interest received to develop concept notes and full proposals including business plans. -Skills training to transition to alternative livelihoods: The Belize Institute for Technical and Vocational Education (ITVET) was selected to deliver technical and vocational training for community members. TORs for delivery of skills training at ITVET Orange walk and Corozal were approved by the TAC, PSC and World Bank. Community consultations were conducted in each of the northern communities of Consejo (Nov. 10, 2016), Sarteneja (Nov 18, 2016), Chunox (Nov 19, 2016) and Copper Bank (Nov. 19, 2016). The objective of the meeting was to inform the communities the results of the community needs assessment conducted in their villages. The PIAG selected four courses from the needs assessment list that will be delivered through ITVET Corozal and ITVET Orange Walk starting on January 14, 2017. These courses are: food preparation, cosmetology, electrical and computer repairs. A total of 60 trainees have enrolled, of which 58% women. Trainees provided community service at the Sertaneja Village, during the Sertaneja Fisherman’s Fair, as part of their training. MCCAP had a strong representation at the fair with the trainees delivering services to three schools in Sarteneja. The Trainees repaired/setup computers and installed ceiling fans, light switches and bell at the three schools. The community mobilization for the development of Alternative Livelihoods Subprojects, have addressed several vulnerable groups. All affected users and vulnerable groups (women, elderly, indigenous people, level of education and to some extent ethnicity) have been identified and given an opportunity to participate. Thus far, the project has been able to provide the following: 1) Of all the participants that received skills training, 58% are women, 23% are individuals with primary education levels, and 35% are youths that recently completed secondary school; 2) Diversification of household livelihood portfolio by maximizing income earning potential of adults in the household, and considering the fishing household (mother and/or father, children) as the unit to explore alternative livelihoods; and 3) encouraging wives and daughters of fishers to participate in meetings to assist fishermen to develop project requests. -COMPONENT 3: -Develop and implement communication plan: TOR was prepared and firm selected to develop a communication, education and public awareness strategy and action plan, as approved by TAC, PSC and World Bank. The firm will initiate the work early January, 2017. First training session on “training of the trainers’ workshop on integrating climate change adaptation into planning processes with specific focus on the fisheries sector in Belize was completed on July 4-6, 2016. Twenty-six participants (35% females) attended the training including Fisheries Department, Forest Department, Department of the Environment, Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute, Belize Red Cross, National Climate Change Office, Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre, Sarteneja Alliance for Conservation and Development, and Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association. -Learning events, leadership, development, training: Two schools (Chunox St. Viator Vocational High School and Agriculture and Natural Resources Institute) participated in the first training event on marine conservation and climate change for youths facilitated by Ecology Project International Belize, an organization that involves young people in hands-on science and conservation projects in Belize. Training dates were November 29 – December 3 (group 1) and December 3 – 7, 2016 (group 2). In total 17 students, 5 teachers, 4 parents participated in the training (65% female). These schools will be supported to organize environmental/climate change club that will drive the climate change agenda in the schools. Participating organizations are MCCAP, Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre, Ecology Project International, Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association, and PACT. -Strategic planning for the network: The first strategy identified was a National Fisheries Policy, Strategy and Action Plan for Belize to support the 6/29/2017 Page 3 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) Belize Fisheries Department. The first meeting with 13 senior managers of the Fisheries Department was held on October 6-7, 2016. The aim was to conceptualize and apply an approach for the alignment of the proposed Fisheries Department Programmatic Work Plans with the strategic priorities of the Growth and Sustainable Development Strategy (GSDS), building on the prioritization framework defined in the GSDS, and with due consideration for the particularities of the Fisheries Department legal mandate and operational circumstances. First Women in Fisheries Forum: The first Women in Fisheries Forum (WIFF) in Belize was held on June 13, 2017 at the Best Western Belize Biltmore Plaza Hotel. Over 51 women participated from Government Agencies (Fisheries Department, Women's Department), Proteced Areas Conservation Trust), NGOs (Wildlife Conservation Society, The Nature Conservancy, Oceana, Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association, Belize Audubon Society, etc.), Private Sector (Financial Institution, Marelco, etc.), women (fishers, processors, vendors, boat owners). Civil society provided gift for our women. The Lionfish jewelry ladies did a display and our local supermarket displayed and sold vitamins. The Forum outlined the need to address working conditions, communicating fisheries issues to women, and ethnic and cultural roles of gender in our society. Also, NGOs noted the need for and willingness to participate in research on gender in communities. The ladies unanimously agreed that we should have a second forum next year. MCCAP is committed to the promotion of gender equity and equality in the allocation of resources, rights, status and responsibilities between men and women in Belize. Risks Systematic Operations Risk-rating Tool Risk Category Rating at Approval Previous Rating Current Rating Political and Governance  --  Moderate  Moderate Macroeconomic  --  Moderate  Moderate Sector Strategies and Policies  --  Moderate  Moderate Technical Design of Project or Program  --  Moderate  Moderate Institutional Capacity for Implementation and Sustainability  --  Moderate  Moderate Fiduciary  --  Moderate  Moderate Environment and Social  --  Moderate  Moderate Stakeholders  --  Moderate  Moderate Other  --  Moderate  Moderate Overall  --  Moderate  Moderate Results Project Development Objective Indicators PHINDPDOTBL  Marine areas brought under biodiversity protection (ha) (Hectare(Ha), Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 248,810.00 -- 405,512.67 386,612.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 -- 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 6/29/2017 Page 4 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) PHINDPDOTBL  Replenishment Zones (no take) brought under biodiversity protection (Hectare(Ha), Custom Supplement) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 38,278.00 58,699.38 58,699.38 59,331.00 PHINDPDOTBL  Coastline and freshwater under biodiversity protection (km) (Kilometers, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 0.00 0.00 386.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 14-Dec-2016 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 PHINDPDOTBL  Direct project beneficiaries (Number, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 0.00 0.00 2,500.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 10-Jun-2016 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Comments This indicator will be updated during Mid-term review. PHINDPDOTBL  Female beneficiaries (Percentage, Custom Supplement) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target 6/29/2017 Page 5 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) Value 0.00 0.00 0.00 30.00 PHINDPDOTBL  Change of attitude and/or behavior of targeted beneficiaries (%) (Percentage, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 0.00 0.00 75.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 09-Jun-2015 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Overall Comments Data for this indicator is based on the Knowledge, Attitude and Behavioral (KAP) survey. The frequency of the survey will be discussed during Mid-term review. Intermediate Results Indicators PHINDIRITBL  1.1 (a) The target MPA (TAMR) are effectively managed as recorded by the Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool (METT) (Number, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.50 Date 10-Nov-2014 13-Dec-2016 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Comments Scores for CBWS and SWCMR already recorded. For TAMR, consultancy is ongoing. 6/29/2017 Page 6 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) PHINDIRITBL  1.1 (b) The target MPA (CBWS) are effectively managed as recorded by the Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool (METT) (Number, Custom Supplement) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 2.16 2.16 2.16 3.50 PHINDIRITBL  1.1 (c) The target MPA (SWCMR) are effectively managed as recorded by the Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool (METT) (Number, Custom Supplement) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 2.65 2.65 2.65 3.50 PHINDIRITBL  1.2 At least 3 restored coral sites, with resilient varieties grown in coral nurseries, within TAMR and SWCMR (with each site measuring 300 m2); (Number, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 -- 0.00 6.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 -- 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Comments A total of 4 table nurseries were installed in each site (South Water Caye Marine Reserve and Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve). An additional two nursery tables in each site are expected to be installed in the November-December period. PHINDIRITBL  1.3 Coastal developments adhering to the development guidelines set by the ICZM Plan (Percentage, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 -- 0.00 75.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 -- 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Comments This indicator will be updated during mid-term review. 6/29/2017 Page 7 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) PHINDIRITBL  2.1 Alternative livelihoods Sub-projects developed (Number, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 -- 0.00 20.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 -- 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Comments This activity started with the training for communities. Livelihood sub-projects will focus on three main sectors: tourism, agriculture, and fishing. Project is in the process of preparing full proposals and business plans. PHINDIRITBL  2.2 (a) Persons participating in training based on training needs assessment and % of trainees are women; (Number, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 -- 81.00 2,000.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 -- 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Comments The Belize Institute for Technical and Vocational Education (ITVET) was selected to deliver technical and vocational training for community members. Community consultations were conducted in each of the northern communities of Consejo (Nov. 10, 2016), Sarteneja (Nov 18, 2016), Chunox (Nov 19, 2016) and Copper Bank (Nov. 19, 2016). The objective of the meeting was to inform the communities the results of the community needs assessment conducted in their villages. The PIAG selected four courses from the needs assessment list to be delivered through ITVET Corozal and ITVET Orange Walk which started on January 14, 2017 and expected to conclude in August. These courses are: food preparation, cosmetology, electrical and computer repairs. 60 trainees are enrolled in the training, on top of the initial training (21 trainees) delivered by the project. 6/29/2017 Page 8 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) PHINDIRITBL  2.2 (b) % of trainees are women (Percentage, Custom Supplement) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 5.00 58.00 30.00 PHINDIRITBL  3.1 Behavior change communication (BCC) campaigns conducted at all the target fishing communities (Number, Custom) Baseline Actual (Previous) Actual (Current) End Target Value 0.00 -- 0.00 12.00 Date 10-Nov-2014 -- 16-Jun-2017 31-Jan-2020 Comments Project is currently working on a communication strategy, which will be followed by the campaign. Overall Comments Data on Financial Performance Disbursements (by loan) Project Loan/Credit/TF Status Currency Original Revised Cancelled Disbursed Undisbursed Disbursed P131408 TF-18449 Effective USD 5.53 5.53 0.00 1.59 3.94 29% Key Dates (by loan) Project Loan/Credit/TF Status Approval Date Signing Date Effectiveness Date Orig. Closing Date Rev. Closing Date P131408 TF-18449 Effective 03-Mar-2015 03-Jun-2015 15-Jul-2015 31-Mar-2020 31-Mar-2020 Cumulative Disbursements 6/29/2017 Page 9 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy Public Disclosure Copy The World Bank Implementation Status & Results Report BZ Marine Conservation and Climate Adaptation (P131408) Restructuring History There has been no restructuring to date. Related Project(s) There are no related projects. 6/29/2017 Page 10 of 10 Public Disclosure Copy