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Transforming gray spaces into Blue OASES: Ocean Ecostructures’ multitechnological solution for marine infrastructures renaturalization.

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Introduction Marine ecosystems are facing numerous threats, including global warming, overpopulation, pollution, increasing energy consumption, overexploitation of natural resources, and disruptions to natural processes. These anthropogenic  activities are accelerating biodiversity loss and increasing species endangerment. Ocean temperatures have also risen… Read More »Transforming gray spaces into Blue OASES: Ocean Ecostructures’ multitechnological solution for marine infrastructures renaturalization.

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)

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.

Exploring Ecosystem-Based Management Systems (EBMS)

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Ecosystem-Based Management Systems (EBMS) are a holistic approach to managing natural resources, focusing on the entire ecosystem, including human interactions. EBMS aim to maintain ecosystems in a healthy, productive, and resilient state by integrating ecological, social, and economic factors into decision-making processes. This approach goes beyond traditional management methods by considering the complex interactions within an ecosystem, making it essential for sustainable development and conservation efforts.

Understanding the concept of a Digital Twin

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The concept of a Digital Twin represents a cutting-edge approach to ocean conservation, leveraging the explosion of data from various sources and advanced computing technologies. A Digital Twin is essentially a digital replica of a physical entity, enabling users to access high-quality information, services, models, scenarios, forecasts, and visualizations. In ocean conservation, this concept is pursued through initiatives like the EU’s Destination Earth (DestinE) and the G7 Future of the Seas and Oceans Initiative.

Understanding Marine Protected Areas

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Our Ocean, covering more than 70% of the Earth’s surface, plays a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity, regulating climate, and supporting countless livelihoods. However, increasing human activities, overfishing, pollution, and climate change have put immense pressure on marine ecosystems. To address these challenges, the concept of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) has gained prominence as a key strategy for conserving and sustaining the health of our oceans.

Ocean Ecostructures creates a biomaterial to regenerate marine ecosystems

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Catalan company Ocean Ecostructures employs eco-friendly biomaterials to create multilayer micro reefs, fostering marine habitat formation. This innovation, already tested in Vilanova I la Geltrú, aligns with the goals of the EFFECTIVE project, emphasizing the role of technology in accelerating marine conservation. Collaboration is crucial to address emerging marine sustainability challenges.

HCMR’s Underwater Surveys in the Eastern Mediterranean

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HCMR, a pivotal player in the EFFECTIVE project, conducted underwater surveys in the Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on Posidonia Oceanica meadows and rocky reefs. In Pilot Area 4 – Cavo Greco, near Cyprus’s Cape Greco Marine Protected Area, HCMR is conserving endangered coral species using floating nurseries. This initiative aligns with EFFECTIVE’s goal of ecosystem-based management for Mediterranean conservation. Explore more by reading the full article.