WP7- Blue Economy, aquaculture-marine environment interaction, citizen science (ECOAZUL)

La Blue Economy It is a concept that has emerged strongly in recent years. The European Union and other organizations at different levels (national, regional, municipal, etc.) are strongly committed to a sustainable economy based on the different uses of seas and oceansThe Blue Economy concept encompasses fishing, aquaculture, marine renewable energy, nautical and coastal tourism, maritime transport, shipbuilding, marine biotechnology, and more. Developing these sectors is a challenge and an opportunity, not without its difficulties and threats. This work package aims, on the one hand, to help measure the importance of the Blue Economy within the Valencian Community and, on the other, to raise awareness among children and young people about the need to care for the seas and oceans, helping us to use the valuable marine cultural heritage.

Objectives

Objective 7.1

Promote the participation of various social stakeholders in environmental and socioeconomic debates and analyses that affect the blue economy.

  • Action 3.8:  Creation of a laboratory for citizen science initiatives and social participation in the development of marine research.
  • Homework 7.1.1: Compilation and analysis of the different socio-labor statistics of the sectors linked to the Blue Economy

 

  • Homework 7.1.2: Debate and approach to a diagnosis of the blue economy in the Valencian Community based on surveys, open interviews, workshops, etc.

 

  • Homework 7.1.3: Identifying successful experiences in addressing generational change in fishing

Objective 7.2

To disseminate, raise awareness and educate the general population and youth in particular about the importance of the marine environment, its resources and occupations.

  • Action 3.12: Dissemination of knowledge and education about the marine environment to society at large (children, consumers, professionals from different fields, etc.) to improve perceptions of blue economy activities (artisanal fishing, aquaculture, etc.).
  • Homework 7.2.1: Holding conferences that address the topic of attracting young people to the trades and cultural heritage of the sea.

 

  • Homework 7.2.2: Dissemination of companies, sectors and initiatives related to the blue economy among the population of the Valencian Community
    • Eco-responsibleUPV7

Objective 7.3

To disseminate knowledge by creating tools for educators, with quality content, within the field of marine cultural heritage.

  • Action 3.12: Dissemination of knowledge and education about the marine environment to society at large (children, consumers, professionals from different fields, etc.) to improve perceptions of blue economy activities (artisanal fishing, aquaculture, etc.).
  • Homework 7.3.1: Selection of cultural themes to be developed based on the project's actual capabilities and selected risks. Content generation.
  • Homework 7.3.3: Design of recreational and educational activities and their implementation

Objective 7.4

Collaborate and/or participate in the dissemination of knowledge about the blue economy with other Expressions of Interest of the project

  • Action 3.12: Dissemination of knowledge and education about the marine environment to society at large (children, consumers, professionals from different fields, etc.) to improve perceptions of blue economy activities (artisanal fishing, aquaculture, etc.).
  • Homework 7.4.1: Participation in meetings, workshops, etc. With other expressions of interest to facilitate the achievement of the objectives defined within line of action 3
    • ResponsibleUPV7
    • Participants: All members of the consortium

WP Managers

Luis Gaspar Miret Pastor

Polytechnic University of Valencia

Victoria Vivancos Ramón

Polytechnic University of Valencia