About us

Founded in 2012, Costa Humboldt works to enhance marine ecosystem health through an integrated approach that combines scientific researc with traditional ecological knowledge while addressing the economic needs of coastal communities.

 

We develop and implement cutting-edge conservation strategies that protect both biodiversity and cultural heritage. Our core expertise lies in promoting marine prosperity through sustainable fisheries management, ecosystem restoration, and species recovery programs. We bridge the gap between rigorous science and practical application by creating data systems that enable meaningful participation from coastal communities in conservation efforts.

 

Over our twelve-year journey, we have successfully influenced public policy for fisheries management while pioneering the use of advanced technologies for ecosystem restoration and climate action. Through targeted educational initiatives and deep community partnerships, we continue to strengthen the health and resilience of coastal and marine ecosystems, creating pathways for sustainable livelihoods in these ecologically critical regions.

Founded in 2012, Costa Humboldt works to enhance marine ecosystem health through an integrated approach that combines scientific researc with traditional ecological knowledge while addressing the economic needs of coastal communities.

 

We develop and implement cutting-edge conservation strategies that protect both biodiversity and cultural heritage. Our core expertise lies in promoting marine prosperity through sustainable fisheries management, ecosystem restoration, and species recovery programs. We bridge the gap between rigorous science and practical application by creating data systems that enable meaningful participation from coastal communities in conservation efforts.

 

Over our twelve-year journey, we have successfully influenced public policy for fisheries management while pioneering the use of advanced technologies for ecosystem restoration and climate action. Through targeted educational initiatives and deep community partnerships, we continue to strengthen the health and resilience of coastal and marine ecosystems, creating pathways for sustainable livelihoods in these ecologically critical regions.

We connect marine ecosystems

 

+ science

+ local knowledges

+ communities prosperity

+ coastal territories

TEAM

For over a decade, Costa Humboldt has grown into a trusted voice in marine coastal conservation, thanks to our unique approach that bridges different disciplines and perspectives. Our team brings together passionate professionals who deeply understand both the natural ecosystems of coastal areas and the communities that call them home. This rich understanding of how people and nature interact in these special places allows us to create solutions that work in the real world solutions that honor both environmental needs and human wellbeing.

TEAM

For over a decade, Costa Humboldt has grown into a trusted voice in marine coastal conservation, thanks to our unique approach that bridges different disciplines and perspectives. Our team brings together passionate professionals who deeply understand both the natural ecosystems of coastal areas and the communities that call them home. This rich understanding of how people and nature interact in these special places allows us to create solutions that work in the real world solutions that honor both environmental needs and human wellbeing.

LUCIANO HIRIART-BERTRAND

Chair – Founder

Marine Biologist, Master in Advanced Studies in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation (University of California San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography)

 

JAVIER NARETTO ATLAGIC

Co-Founder – Director

Marine Biologist, PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (Universidad de Chile) MAS in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation (University of California San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography) Specialist Diver (Chilean Navy)

 

JOSEFA CERVANTES MUÑOZ

General Coordinator

Marine Biologist (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile) Master in Protected Areas and Nature Conservation (Universidad de Chile)

 

ALEJANDRA NUÑEZ GALLEGO

Regenerative Aquaculture Coordinator

Marine Biologist and Master in Aquaculture (Universidad Andrés Bello)

 

GASPAR GARROS MARAMBIO

Conservation Manager

(Universidad de Chile)

CAROLINA ALTAMIRANO GONZÁLEZ

Anthropologist

Master’s in Geography (Academy of Christian Humanism University)

 

VICENTE CONTRERAS MARTINEZ

Data Scientist

Marine Biologist (Universidad de Valparaíso)

 

ANDREA OYARZO MEZA

Administration Assistant

Business Administrator

 

ANITA CORREA

Coastal Fund Coordinator

Social psychologist, Diploma in Social Economy and Fair Trade (Universidad Diego Portales)

 

ANA SOTO VELÁZQUEZ

Accounting

Public Accountant – Auditor (Universidad de Los Lagos)

 

NICOLE LEAL CORONADO

Accounting

Accountant – Auditor (Universidad de Los Lagos)

PATRICIA VERGARA QUIDANTE

Restoration Lab Assistant

Indigenous and fisherwoman

 

PATRICIA AVENDAÑO GALLARDO

Restoration Lab Assistant

Indigenous and fisherwoman

 

FRANCO SALAS BERRÍOS

Researcher and Scientific Coordinator

Marine Biologist (University of Valparaíso). Scientific Diver, Specialist (Chilean Navy)

 

VICTOR CASTILLO GONZALEZ

Director

Marine Biologist and Master in Marine Sciences (Universidad Andrés Bello)

Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources – Scientific Observer

 

ANDRÉS VALLEJOS BAIER

Director

Marine Biologist (Universidad de Valparaíso)

Scientific Diver – Chilean Navy

 

JUAN IGNACIO CHACÓN

Legal administrative support

Lawyer (Universidad Diego Portales)

LUCIANO HIRIART-BERTRAND

Chair – Founder

Marine Biologist, Master in Advanced Studies in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation (University of California San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography)

 

JAVIER NARETTO ATLAGIC

Co-Founder – Director

Marine Biologist, PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (Universidad de Chile) MAS in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation (University of California San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography) Specialist Diver (Chilean Navy)

 

JOSEFA CERVANTES MUÑOZ

General Coordinator

Marine Biologist (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile) Master in Protected Areas and Nature Conservation (Universidad de Chile)

 

ALEJANDRA NUÑEZ GALLEGO

Regenerative Aquaculture Coordinator

Marine Biologist and Master in Aquaculture (Universidad Andrés Bello)

 

GASPAR GARROS MARAMBIO

Conservation Manager

(Universidad de Chile)

CAROLINA ALTAMIRANO GONZÁLEZ

Anthropologist

Master’s in Geography (Academy of Christian Humanism University)

 

VICENTE CONTRERAS MARTINEZ

Data Scientist

Marine Biologist (Universidad de Valparaíso)

 

ANDREA OYARZO MEZA

Administration Assistant

Business Administrator

 

ANITA CORREA

Coastal Fund Coordinator

Social psychologist, Diploma in Social Economy and Fair Trade (Universidad Diego Portales)

 

ANA SOTO VELÁZQUEZ

Accounting

Public Accountant – Auditor (Universidad de Los Lagos)

 

NICOLE LEAL CORONADO

Accounting

Accountant – Auditor (Universidad de Los Lagos)

PATRICIA VERGARA QUIDANTE

Restoration Lab Assistant

Indigenous and fisherwoman

 

PATRICIA AVENDAÑO GALLARDO

Restoration Lab Assistant

Indigenous and fisherwoman

 

FRANCO SALAS BERRÍOS

Researcher and Scientific Coordinator

Marine Biologist (University of Valparaíso). Scientific Diver, Specialist (Chilean Navy)

 

VICTOR CASTILLO GONZALEZ

Director

Marine Biologist and Master in Marine Sciences (Universidad Andrés Bello)

Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources – Scientific Observer

 

ANDRÉS VALLEJOS BAIER

Director

Marine Biologist (Universidad de Valparaíso)

Scientific Diver – Chilean Navy

 

JUAN IGNACIO CHACÓN

Legal administrative support

Lawyer (Universidad Diego Portales)