Exploring the Possibilities of Citizen Science: EFFECTIVE Citizen Science Workshop 2024 In a workshop on January 16, 2024, the EFFECTIVE consortium embarked on a transformative journey into the realm of Citizen Science, led by our partner, SPOTTERON. Discovering the SPOTTERON… Read More »Exploring the Possibilities of Citizen Science: EFFECTIVE Citizen Science Workshop 2024
In this edition of “Meet Our Partners,” we turn our focus to the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI), a leader of Pilot 4 in the EFFECTIVE project.
Barcelona recently played host to the Smart City Expo World Congress. This event stands out as the world’s most extensive and influential event in urban innovation, connecting leaders from innovative companies, governments, and organizations. It serves as a platform where these… Read More »EFFECTIVE partners at the Smart City Expo World Congress
In the complex world of marine conservation, Ocean Ecostructures stands out as a beacon in innovation for the EFFECTIVE project. Using nature-inspired technology, they introduce a carefully designed biomimicry microreef to revive damaged marine structures. Their goal goes beyond just… Read More »Meet our Partners: Ocean Ecostructures, the Catalysts of Marine Regeneration in the EFFECTIVE Project
Dr Manos Moraitis took center stage, shedding light on CMMI’s pivotal role in spearheading advancements in marine technology and conservation. The institute’s commitment to EFFECTIVE positions them as a frontrunner in developing sustainable solutions for marine ecosystems.
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, 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.
Meet our dedicated partner, CTN, leading the way in coordinating a sustainable future for Mediterranean marine ecosystems. Learn about the intelligent solutions they bring to EFFECTIVE’s mission of enhancing well-being and prosperity through marine conservation.
In a momentous gathering held in Brussels on June 13-14, 2023, the kick-off meeting of the EFFECTIVE Project marked the beginning of an initiative aimed at safeguarding and rejuvenating the European Union’s Mediterranean Blue Natural Capital. The consortium, spearheaded by Centro Tecnológico Naval y del Mar (CTN), convened to map a course towards a sustainable future, combining innovative science, technological nature-based solutions, digitalisation, and social considerations.