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Enhancing social well being and economic prosperity by reinforcing the eFFECTIVEness of protection and restoration management in Mediterranean MPAs

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EFFECTIVE Partner Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH) Featured in Interview on Mediterranean Marine Protected Areas.

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The Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH), a distinguished partner in the EFFECTIVE project, has been featured in an interview with the Athens-Macedonian News Agency. The discussion sheds light on FORTH’s significant contributions to safeguarding Marine Protected Areas… Read More »EFFECTIVE Partner Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH) Featured in Interview on Mediterranean Marine Protected Areas.

New Publication from EFFECTIVE Partner: Leibniz-Institut für Ostseeforschung Warnemünde (IOW)

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The Leibniz-Institut für Ostseeforschung Warnemünde (IOW), a key partner in the EFFECTIVE project, has released a new publication focusing on ecosystem-based management (EBM) in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in the Baltic Sea. The study addresses the challenges of balancing environmental… Read More »New Publication from EFFECTIVE Partner: Leibniz-Institut für Ostseeforschung Warnemünde (IOW)

Pilot 2 in action: Restoring the Ebro Delta Bays

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As part of the EFFECTIVE project, restoration efforts in the Ebro Delta Bays focused on improving water quality and rehabilitating habitats. Sediment sampling in Els Alfacs Bay helped establish a baseline for future restoration, while strategies like planting helophytic plants to filter pollutants and removing excess organic mud to support seagrass recovery were implemented to enhance biodiversity and ecosystem health.

Marine Protected Areas as a crucial tool for combating Climate Change

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Oceans, vital for climate regulation, are threatened by climate change. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) protect carbon-storing ecosystems, but face management and enforcement challenges. Effective MPAs require strong governance and stakeholder engagement. Projects like EFFECTIVE showcase innovative solutions to enhance MPA effectiveness and build ocean resilience.