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Ocean Multi-Use Assessment Approach (MUAA)

The purpose of the Multi-Use Assessment Approach (MUAA) is to provide practitioners and coastal community members with a guide or approach to assess the potential of applying ocean multi-use (MU) as a...

Report (research paper, policy report, white paper, guidelines, case studies, best practices, etc)
Mission objective
Objective 3a - Blue economy - multiuse of water space
Topic(s)
Maritime space
Ecosystem approach
Environmental protection

Galway Atlantiquaria Activity Sheets and Resources

This selection of engaging free content includes downloadable activity sheets covering various topics, along with corresponding YouTube videos that enhance the content of the activity sheets. Designed...

Training materials
Mission objective
Objective 1a - Protect and restore marine and coastal ecosystems and biodiversity
Enabler 2a - Mobilisation and engagement
Topic(s)
Blue skills & literacy
Marine ecosystem conservation

NAUTILOS Citizen Science App

The Citizen Science dedicated App is among the innovative tools created, developed, and integrated into the NAUTILOS data infrastructure. It facilitates the uploading and analysis of data collected...

Tools (tools and applications used to design, develop, implement project or program, also data analysis tools)
Mission objective
Objective 1a - Protect and restore marine and coastal ecosystems and biodiversity
Objective 2a - Prevent and eliminate pollution - litter and microplastics
Enabler 1 - Ocean digital knowledge system
Enabler 2a - Mobilisation and engagement
Enabler 2b - Raising awareness
Topic(s)
Active learning
Software applications
Ocean literacy

Under the surface art project impact report

This impact report showcases the significant outcomes and effects of the artistic project "Under the Surface." The project visually portrays the Black Sea and its underwater residents, prompting...

Multimedia (Visuals, video)
Mission objective
Objective 1a - Protect and restore marine and coastal ecosystems and biodiversity
Objective 3c - Blue economy - Decarbonisation and ecosystem perspectives in maritime industries
Enabler 2a - Mobilisation and engagement
Enabler 2b - Raising awareness
Topic(s)
Restoration
Ecosystem approach

Potential use of marinas as nursery grounds by rocky fishes: insights from four Diplodus species in the Mediterranean

This study examined the juvenile stages of four Diplodus species in five marinas along the French Mediterranean coast. The goal was to determine if these artificial coastal areas can serve as...

Report (research paper, policy report, white paper, guidelines, case studies, best practices, etc)
Mission objective
Objective 1a - Protect and restore marine and coastal ecosystems and biodiversity
Objective 2a - Prevent and eliminate pollution - litter and microplastics
Topic(s)
Aquatic plants and algae
Seabed
Near-shore restoration actions
Species and habitat
Restoration
Ports and port activities

Guidelines and Principles for Ecological Restoration of Fish Nurseries in Shallow Coastal Areas of the Mediterranean Basin

The aim of this Guide is to establish itself as a definitive resource for the Mediterranean region, offering essential information for the formulation and execution of projects focused on restoring or...

Report (research paper, policy report, white paper, guidelines, case studies, best practices, etc)
Mission objective
Objective 1a - Protect and restore marine and coastal ecosystems and biodiversity
Topic(s)
Aquatic plants and algae
Seabed
Near-shore restoration actions
Species and habitat
Restoration

A roadmap on the implementation of the circular economy for end-of-life recreational boats

European Boating Industry (EBI), via the "Roadmap on the implementation of the circular economy for end-of-life boats," strives to comprehensively address the matter of end-of-life recreational boats...

Report (research paper, policy report, white paper, guidelines, case studies, best practices, etc)
Mission objective
Objective 3c - Blue economy - Decarbonisation and ecosystem perspectives in maritime industries
Topic(s)
Vessels
Circular economy approaches
Ports and port activities

A review of biodiversity research in ports

This publication aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the current knowledge regarding port biodiversity and the biodiversity-related issues that ports face. It draws from scientific...

Report (research paper, policy report, white paper, guidelines, case studies, best practices, etc)
Mission objective
Objective 1a - Protect and restore marine and coastal ecosystems and biodiversity
Enabler 2b - Raising awareness
Topic(s)
Environmental protection
Near-shore restoration actions
Species and habitat
Ports and port activities

Best practices to reduce and phase out single use plastics in Europe

This map showcases best practices and encourages local authorities, businesses, and communities throughout Europe to decrease and eliminate single-use plastics. It showcases more than 150 effective...

Tools (tools and applications used to design, develop, implement project or program, also data analysis tools)
Mission objective
Objective 2a - Prevent and eliminate pollution - litter and microplastics
Enabler 1 - Ocean digital knowledge system
Enabler 2b - Raising awareness
Topic(s)
Marine litter
Plastic pollution

Danube Priority Area Water Quality - studies, brochures & leaflets

The Danube Water Quality Priority Area (PA4) has established four primary objectives for its operations: to attain the management goals outlined in the Danube River Basin Management Plan, lower...

Report (research paper, policy report, white paper, guidelines, case studies, best practices, etc)
Mission objective
Objective 1b - Protect and restore marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity Focus on freshwater
Objective 2b - Prevent and eliminate pollution – nutrients‚ chemicals‚ pesticides
Topic(s)
Natural water retention measures (NWRM)
Hydrology
River continuity
Nutrients
Decontamination
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