MANTA

Innovation in Manta is driven by improvements to its infrastructure and the implementation of sustainable tourism models aimed at protecting its coastal resources.

• Marine Biodiversity (Manta Ray) :
  The focus on marine biodiversity conservation is noteworthy, as the area boasts the largest known population of oceanic manta rays in the world. This stimulates research projects such as the Proyecto Mantas Ecuador , which combines science with the sustainable management of ecotourism.

• Infrastructure Management :
  The city has implemented management systems to guide investments in transportation and sanitation, which are essential to mitigate the urban impact on the quality of coastal waters where surfing is practiced.

• Sports Diversification :
  The development of specialized beaches, such as Santa Marianita (near Manta), which is the kite surfing capital of Ecuador, demonstrates the region's capacity to innovate in the provision of water sports.