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The challenges faced in the north are similar to those faced by many remote tropical coastal regions today; deforestation, lack of reliable water and electricity supply, overfishing, exploitation of endangered species for international trade, coral bleaching and increasing frequency of storm surges and coastal erosion. C3 partnered with the communities of Nosy Hara Marine Park to build awareness, capacity and inspiration for environmental stewardship.