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

Meet our Partners – DHI

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DHI is a skilled team of marine ecologists focused on using the data from pilot areas, satellites, and EU aggregators. Their goal is to create habitat-suitability maps and predictive models for creating the Digital Twin.

Benefits that the EFFECTIVE Project Has on Blue Economy Companies 

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In an era where environmental consciousness and sustainable practices are becoming imperative, initiatives like the EFFECTIVE project stand as beacons of hope for the blue economy. Focused on enhancing the operations and outcomes of blue economy companies, this project brings several benefits that not only uplift the companies involved but also contribute to the broader cause of marine conservation and sustainability.

Recently, we held a workshop with the EFFECTIVE partners, where we identified the benefits that the EFFECTIVE Project has for several stakeholder groups. This article revolves around the Blue Economy Companies.

Meet our partners – ETT

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The EFFECTIVE project is proud to collaborate with ETT, a leading organization specializing in data management for Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in the Mediterranean Sea. ETT’s expertise plays a crucial role in registering the project’s impacts and facilitating the replication of successful activities in other regions.

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.

Coral Soul: the partner responsible for deep coral reef restoration in the EFFECTIVE Project

Discover the pioneering efforts of Coral Soul, our esteemed partner within the EFFECTIVE Project, as they lead the charge in deep coral reef restoration in Northern Sardinia. Through innovative underwater methodologies and active community engagement, Coral Soul is dedicated to monitoring, recovering, and conserving the precious Mediterranean gorgonian coral reefs. Meet their passionate team, learn about their cutting-edge techniques, and explore how their work is driving transformative change in marine ecosystems. Stay tuned for more updates on our impactful collaboration with Coral Soul!

Unveiling Insights from the I Summit on Nature-Based Solutions for the Blue Economy 

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The recent I Summit on Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) for the Blue Economy, organised by the EFFECTIVE project coordinator, Centro Tecnológico Naval y del Mar (CTN), illuminated the critical nexus between environmental sustainability, societal well-being, and economic prosperity. Held on February 28, 2024, at the premises of CTN in Murcia, Spain, the summit served as a pivotal platform for exploring innovative strategies to harmonise economic activities with nature conservation efforts.