Knowledge Measures
Research and Innovation
Carry out a complete analysis of the technical characteristics of suitable material for aquaculture gear (flexibility,
resistance to harsh conditions, corrosion resistant, among others) and life-cycle steps (from production to end-of-life
treatment).
The analysis of the technical characteristics of suitable material for aquaculture gear and life-cycle steps should
result in recommendations on types of materials or mixtures of materials needed to produce the most frequent aquaculture
items.
Perform a rigorous analysis regarding the marine litter that is generated by the aquaculture sector.
Develop research programmes on quantification and type of litter coming from the aquaculture sector in the Mediterranean
Sea and increase general awareness.
Include topics on monitoring of marine litter in the curricula of aquaculture professionals (universities or research
centres) and carry out workshops/awareness activities.
Increase efforts on innovation for automated seafloor waste collection systems.