Archipelagos

  • English
  • Ελληνικα
Who We Are
The TeamThe Team
Research BasesResearch Bases
Research BoatsResearch Boats
Our EquipmentOur Equipment
PartnersPartners
SupportersSupporters
Fields of Action
Marine ConservationMarine Conservation Fisheries Shipping Risks Seagrass Meadows Coralligene Conservation Littoral Ecosystems Invasive Species Jellyfish Sea Turtles
Marine MammalsMarine Mammals Dolphins and Porpoises Whales Seals
Terrestrial ConservationTerrestrial Conservation Island Fauna Forests & Flora Freshwater Ecosystems Aegean Seed Bank
Laboratory ResearchLaboratory Research Microplastics Water Analysis Soil Quality
Projects
Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary
Eco-Navigation
FIsh4Life
Save the Aegean
Join Us
Internships in the Aegean
Remote Internships
Interns Experiences
Field Courses
News
Mass stranding of 12 Cuvier’s beaked whale on the North-West coast of Cyprus
Mass stranding of 12 Cuvier’s beaked whale on the North-West coast of Cyprus
Tragedy in Turkey and Syria
Tragedy in Turkey and Syria
Interactive Activities for the Protection of the Sea
Interactive Activities for the Protection of the Sea
Cuvier’s Beaked Whale
Cuvier’s Beaked Whale
View All...
Contact us
Publications
Videos
Awareness Material
Donate
Menu

Archipelagos in a Documentary of German national TV WDR

Archipelagos in a Documentary of German national TV WDR

by Archipelagos / Thursday, 24 March 2016 / Published in Aquaculture, Fisheries, Marine Conservation, News, Press Releases

The documentary produced by the German public television channel WDR https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xesnrSd6s-w  presents the research and conservation actions conducted by Archipelagos Institute, aiming to combat over-intensive aquaculture practices and to promote sustainable aquaculture in the Aegean and the Mediterranean sea.

 Aquaculture in Greece has developed in recent decades, sadly under the criteria of economists and not the fish farmers and sustainable fish production.. The companies that make up the majority of the Greek aquaculture industry were founded using European subsidies, were later supported by the stock market and now are indebted under bank supervision and sell their products at extremely low prices. These practices lead the Greek aquaculture industry to collapse while also excert negative pressures to the few, relatively small companies (that managed to survive the unfair competition) who insist on using a more sustainable approach, both environmentaly and economically.

Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation has been supporting sustainable practices and investments while clearly opposing over-intensive aquaculture practices that aim for a fast profit whilst destroying the marine environment and fisheries of the region as well as the aquaculture sector itself

Aiming at promoting truly sustainable fish farming in the Mediterranean, a new collaboration has started between Archipelagos Institute and the University of Kiel in Germany. The latter hosts one of the most highly specialized laboratories on this sector and has strong research presence in different marine areas of the world.

This action is carried out in collaboration with selected Greek fish farmers,who realize that sustainable fish farming is the only viable solution that can ensure both good quality and pricing and therefore the long term viability of their businesses. In the coming weeks, Archipelago’s new research station, within the Aquaculture Park of north Leros, with a focus on sustainable aquaculture will start operating. For this purpose, we will also install the first high-tech data logging station that will be used for the estimation of the true carrying capacity of the aquaculture units.

The installation and operation of this equipment, as well as of the research station overall, is self-funded by Archipelagos Institute in collaboration with the University of Kiel. This is a prerequisite to ensure the main objectives of the results are produced.

We will soon inform you about the progress of this important action.

0
0
0
0
0

What you can read next

Στα βαθιά νερά της Ικαρίας τα «Aegean Explorer» και «Πηνελόπη»
In the deep waters of Ikaria “Aegean Explorer” and “Penelope”
Illegal spear fisherman fined after Archipelagos’ intervention
Distinction of Archipelagos in the International Competition for Space Applications

HIGHLIGHTS

  • International Visitors at the Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary Project

    International Visitors at the Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary Project

    1 June 2021
    At Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation an important visit took …
  • The Efkranti Award was Granted to the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation

    The Efkranti Award was Granted to the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation

    27 July 2020
    It was a great honor but also great moral support …
  • The President of the Hellenic Republic’s visit to Archipelagos research vessel, the Aegean Explorer

    The President of the Hellenic Republic’s visit to Archipelagos research vessel, the Aegean Explorer

    30 June 2020
    Yesterday, during the President of the Republic’s visit to the …
  • Award to Archipelagos: Best Heroic Act of Environmental Stewardship

    Award to Archipelagos: Best Heroic Act of Environmental Stewardship

    19 February 2020
    The Short Documentary Film presenting the Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary, …
  • Award to Archipelagos Institute from the International Propeller Club of the United States

    Award to Archipelagos Institute from the International Propeller Club of the United States

    6 February 2020
    We would like to thank the International Propeller Club of …

Recent Posts

  • Mass stranding of 12 Cuvier’s beaked whale on the North-West coast of Cyprus

    Mass stranding of 12 Cuvier’s beaked whale on the North-West coast of Cyprus

    15 February 2023
    Twelve Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) have been found stranded, …
  • Tragedy in Turkey and Syria

    Tragedy in Turkey and Syria

    15 February 2023
    Our past week of silence across social media amounts to …
  • Interactive Activities for the Protection of the Sea

    Interactive Activities for the Protection of the Sea

    23 December 2022
    Before the closing of schools for Christmas break, students from …
  • Cuvier’s Beaked Whale

    Cuvier’s Beaked Whale

    20 December 2022
    Cuvier’s Beaked Whale in the waters of the North Aegean …
  • From dawn in the open sea

    From dawn in the open sea

    8 December 2022
    From dawn in the open sea, having 2-3 hours until …
  • Archipelagos in the 8th Meeting of the Members of ACCOBAMS

    Archipelagos in the 8th Meeting of the Members of ACCOBAMS

    2 December 2022
    The 8th meeting of the members of ACCOBAMS (Agreement for …
  • The International School of the Sea – Action Continues during the Winter Months

    The International School of the Sea – Action Continues during the Winter Months

    1 December 2022
    As winter is approaching, Archipelagos’ International School of the Sea …

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation is committed to researching and defending the biodiversity of the Greek seas and islands.

Our action is possible only with your help!

donate
  • Contact us
  • Placements

Archipelagos - Institute of Marine Conservation © All Rights Reserved || Web Design and Development by Red Web Design & Fekas Brothers

TOP