CAPACITY BUILDING FOR THE BEST SMALL-SCALE SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES

The challenge The Cycladic islands and their marine waters are unique ecosystems that require special support in order to sustain and protect them. However, economic development, population growth, overfishing, uncontrolled construction, pollution and climate change significantly increase risks for marine and coastal habitats, assets and ecosystems. The solution Providing capacity building opportunities to local fishers is essential…

FISH SMARTER: PROMOTING FISHING TOURISM

The challenge The challenge of overfishing is a significant concern that intersects with the development of fishing tourism. Fishing tourism, while offering economic opportunities and cultural experiences, also presents several challenges that need to be addressed to ensure its sustainability and minimize negative impacts. The solution Training fishermen about the benefits of fishing tourism, provides…

CO-LIVING WITH MONK SEALS

The challenge A majority of the population of the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal –Monachus monachus– live in Greece. Indeed, there are now only 300 individuals of this species  remaining. While monk seals are widely distributed along the entire coastline of the country, their strong preference for isolated and inaccessible areas makes it difficult for…

GIVING LIFE BACK TO THE “GULF OF PLASTIC CORALS”

We are happy to be among the supporters of Aegean Rebreath and their ‘UnBin the Aegean’ campaign: Giving life back to the “Gulf of plastic corals” Learn more here! COVID -19 UPDATE: The partnership consisted by Aegean Rebreath, Andros Maritime Association, ALS Marine Consultants has brought the issue of heavy marine pollution in Andros to the forefront. It is worth saying…

STRENGTHENING THE CYCLADIC SEA TURTLE NETWORK

The challenge The endangerment of the Cycladic Sea turtle, Caretta caretta, is indeed a pressing concern exacerbated by human activities, particularly during the summer months when marine traffic in the region intensifies and coastal development and beachfront infrastructure disrupt nesting habitats.  Some key factors contributing to the peril of these endangered turtles include increased marine…

CYCLADES CARE FOR DOLPHINS

This Grant project was completed in 2019. We continue to showcase this project’s outcomes on our website because we are proud of the impact it has made and continues to have. While this grant project has been archived, we think you might be interested to read on…. The challenge The challenge here was to respond to…

SYROS MARITIME WEEK

We are pleased to support one of our strategic partners in the Cyclades, the nautical club of Syros, who co-organizes Syros Maritime Week and to share their vision to attach, restore and reuse the Lighthouse of the isle of Didimi of Syros , as well as to enable the potential construction of a Museum on the isle…

PICK THE ALIEN – IT TASTES GOOD!

Fighting alien invasive species through gastronomy: Alien species are considered as a paramount threat for marine ecosystems, local economy and human health, worldwide. Research has shown that annually the degradation of marine ecosystems and the consecutive loss to human activities, caused by alien species, result in hundreds of millions of euros. Greece is one of…

RECYCLE THE SEAS – CYCLADES

The CPF is happy to work together with the Aegean Rebreath team (winner of the Advocate Europe competition) for the establishment of Greece’s first marine litter collection station on Antiparos island. The pilot project will be coordinated by local authorities, together with student and fishing communities, with the aim to better inform locals, visitors and the public about…