The experimental net for the cleaning of surface waters from plastic

The experimental net for the cleaning of surface waters from plastic   The experimental net for the cleaning of surface waters from plastic debris that has been designed by Archipelagos’ researchers with the support of OceanCare is a very useful tool to limit our plastic footprint in the marine environment. It was designed after multiple experiments and

This is the 17th dolphin that has been found dead at the same time in the wider region of the Aegean

The northerly winds of the previous days brought to the NE shores of Samos the 10th dolphin that was found dead within the space of a few several weeks in a coastal region of the island with length of coast of about 25 miles. This is the 17th dolphin that has been found dead at

Researchers of Archipelagos Institute offer lessons on applied environmental conservation to high school students.

Researchers of Archipelagos Institute offer lessons on applied environmental conservation to high school students. With a combination of theoretical sessions in Archipelagos’ research base and field-based activities in the wetland of Aliki in Psili Ammos, Samos, the students had the opportunity to take part in observation and monitoring of biodiversity, while also learning about the

Following the Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast

Following the Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast Following the recent announcement by the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation, regarding the Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast and as a result of the great promotion of the issue in the Greek and international press, we consider it

Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast

Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast Within just a few weeks, at least 15 dead dolphins have been recorded in the North Aegean. Seven of which have been found on the northern coast of Samos Island, having been brought on shore by north-western winds from the central and northern-eastern Aegean regions.

Potential hydrocarbon exploration in Greece, will Blue or Black Growth be the choice?

Potential hydrocarbon exploration in Greece, will Blue or Black Growth be the choice? The planned extraction of hydrocarbon deposits in Greece poses a dramatic risk of irreversible ecological and socio-economic disaster both within the marine regions and productive land zones where oil exploration is proposed, as well as for the country as a whole. Simultaneously,

Archipelagos Institute in Venice at the meeting of the EU Mediterranean Advisory Council for Fisheries (MEDAC)

The meeting of the EU Mediterranean Advisory Council for Fisheries (MEDAC) was completed last Friday in Venice. Archipelagos Institute for Marine Conservation, is an important member of the Advisory Council, as it is one of only four environmental organisations in the Mediterranean that has the right to vote. The purpose of this Advisory Council meeting

Sea4all Online Educational Platform on Marine Pollution

This morning, a working group meeting was launched in Arad, Romania, within the framework of the Sea4all action, which aims to develop educational tools and games related to marine pollution. Continuing for the second year, this action is carried out through the collaboration of the Foundation for Research and Technology of Crete, the Regional Directorate

The completion of the Mediterranean Symposium on Marine Key Habitats and Non-Indigenous Species, that was organised by UNEP/MAP – SPA RAC

The completion of the Mediterranean Symposium on Marine Key Habitats and Non-Indigenous Species, that was organised by UNEP/MAP – SPA RAC, The Regional Activity Centre for Specially Protected Areas of the UN Environment Programme, in Antalya, Turkey. The symposium had the participation of research organisations from all over the Mediterranean. Archipelagos Institute took part with four

Happy ending to the rescue of a golden jackal!

A juvenile jackal was found on the roadside, in the area of Ano Vathi, Samos, most probably following an accidental hit by a car. It was found in a state of shock, in the early morning hours during the Christmas period. Archipelagos Institute was informed by the Samos Police authorities and researchers swiftly went to