With a seaside aperitif in Cabras, together with the fishermen, the SATURN project - anti-trawling systems for the protection and natural restoration of the Marine Protected Area of Sinis - Isola di Mal di Ventre - came to an end.
The project, funded by Argea with the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (FEAMP) 2014-2020, involved four phases: engaging local fishermen to identify environmental protection and prevention needs, also benefiting artisanal fishing productions; identifying critical issues; and finally, implementing prevention and restoration activities, culminating in the placement of around sixty anti-trawling systems off the coast of Sinis. In parallel, various promotional and educational activities were carried out involving local schools and the fishing industry to improve the environmental awareness of those who work with and for the sea.
Disseminating the activities and results was the purpose of the project's closing event, attended by representatives from FLAG Pescando Sardegna Centro Occidentale - a project partner - and the Marine Protected Area "Penisola del Sinis - Isola di Mal di Ventre," the team from Ias CNR in Oristano, the Coast Guard, the forestry corps, the Municipality of Cabras, and some young volunteers known as the "Beach Sentinels," who will provide valuable support during the summer for environmental monitoring and surveillance of the beaches. Additionally, some of the fishermen who actively supported the project were also present, demonstrating their concrete commitment to the success of the initiative.
"The collaboration among all these stakeholders has been crucial to ensuring the effectiveness of the project and promoting greater environmental awareness among those working in the maritime sector," commented Francesca Frau, project manager at MEDSEA.
The SATURN project represents a significant step forward in the protection of the marine environment and the conservation of fishery resources. Ongoing monitoring, carried out by IAS CNR in Oristano, will provide results on the replenishment status of the protected seabed.
Latest news
MEDSEA joins the Camargue Red Alert with the Mediterranean Alliance for Wetlands to save birdlife
The MEDSEA Foundation has officially joined 73 other international organizations in signing the Camargue Red Alert, a collective call to action to safeguard the Camargue wetlands in France.
Wetland4Change: MEDSEA in Valencia to Explore Natural Climate Solutions Through Wetlands
The MEDSEA team participated in the second Consortium meeting of the Wetland4Change project in Valencia from November 26 to 28, 2024. The meeting was organized by local project partners, the…
Malta’s First Posidonia Meadow Restoration Project Led by MEDSEA Foundation
Different islands, but similar issues for marine ecosystems, which are heavily threatened by unregulated anchoring from recreational boating and illegal trawling. In Malta, as in Sardinia, the damage is particularly…
We are all at 'Valencia'-like risk, and here’s why
Le recenti inondazioni a Valencia sono un esempio tangibile di come gli eventi estremi legati al cambiamento climatico stiano aumentando in frequenza, intensità e durata, colpendo duramente il Mediterraneo, un vero e proprio…
Monitoring of Posidonia oceanica Meadows Begins in the Marine Protected Area of Capo Testa Punta Falcone
The monitoring activities of the Posidonia oceanica meadows in the Marine Protected Area (MPA) of Capo Testa Punta Falcone, located in Santa Teresa Gallura, have officially begun. In recent days, the marine…
MEDSEA joined the 7th TransformAr Consortium Meeting in Exeter
In Late September, the seventh Consortium Meeting of TransformAr took place in Exeter in South West England, organised by the partner Westcountry Rivers Trust, who are coordinating the Nature Based solutions in the…
Architecture and Environment of Wetlands at Costa Produttiva, September 8-14 in Marceddì
From September 8 to 14, Marceddì (OR) hosted Costa Produttiva, a multidisciplinary workshop that combines research, innovation, and sustainability for the future of our coasts. Organized by the DICAAR of the…
Festambiente Award by Legambiente to the Mussel Shell Island at the Nieddittas Mussel Facility
This summer, the Biodiversity Award 2024 - Assunta Maria Brachetta Festambiente by Legambiente was awarded to Nieddittas for their project of creating an island from mussel shells, in collaboration with MEDSEA, off the coast of…
TransformAr Open Day in Marceddì: Marshes and Lagoons to Reimagine the Future
Natural Solutions to Adapt to Climate Change: Lagoons and Marshes. This topic was discussed during an immersive walk between the Marceddì Lagoon and the San Giovanni Marsh on Friday, July…
MEDSEA joined the Natural Heritage Interreg Euro-MED Mission in Rovinj for aligning in projects' Communication
MEDSEA stopped in Rovinj, Croatia, from June 26th to 27th, 2024, to participate in the Communication, Amplification and Policy activities of the Interreg Euro-MED Natural Heritage mission, which brings together the thematic projects…
DesirMED: Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Adaptation, Regional Comparison at the Mid-Year Assembl
The DesirMED project recently held its General Assembly online on June 19 and 20 to review the progress of activities in the first semester. This meeting saw the participation of all scientific partners and…
Waste Hunt at Sella del Diavolo to Protect our Cetaceans Friends
Last Saturday on June 15th, nearly a ton of waste was recovered both on land and at sea during the "Puliamo la Sella!" event in Cagliari. The collected items included…
Active Restoration of Posidonia oceanica: MEDSEA at the 2024 World Seagrass Conference in Naples
MEDSEA continues to lead in the active restoration of Posidonia oceanica, a crucial topic for the conservation of Mediterranean marine ecosystems. Recently, the guide "Guidelines for the Active Restoration of Posidonia oceanica"
TransformAr Open Day on July 5th 2024: Discovering Transformative Solutions for Climate Change at the Marceddì Lagoon
On July 5th, TransformAr presents itself to the public with a special Open Day. The European Horizon 2020 project, aimed at developing transformative solutions for climate change adaptation, invites curious minds and citizens…
Puliamo la Sella! 2024 dedicated to our cetacean friends, with WWF, returns to Cagliari on June 15, 2024
The coastal cleanup organized by the MEDSEA Foundation, Puliamo la Sella!, returns to Cagliari on June 15th 2024. This year's event, now in its sixth edition, will be a special…
Deep Dive: The Talk for World Oceans Day
World Oceans Day provided an opportunity to reaffirm the importance of acting now to protect one of our most precious assets: the marine and coastal ecosystem. The Coalitions of the…
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4