Showcasing the Value of Blue Carbon Ecosystems Across the Adriatic–Ionian Region
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The Marine Remote Sensing Group (MRSG) is pleased to share the official BLUEQ Short Documentary, produced within the framework of the BLUEQ – Blue Carbon Quantification project to promote awareness of the importance of blue carbon ecosystems and the collaborative scientific work taking place across the Adriatic–Ionian region.
The documentary presents the multidisciplinary research activities carried out by the BLUEQ partnership, highlighting underwater field surveys, habitat monitoring, biodiversity assessment, sediment coring, drone-based mapping, and the conservation of Posidonia oceanica meadows—one of the Mediterranean’s most valuable blue carbon ecosystems.
Featuring footage from pilot sites in Albania, Croatia, Greece, and Italy, the film illustrates how advanced monitoring techniques and international scientific collaboration contribute to a better understanding and protection of marine habitats. It also demonstrates the crucial role of blue carbon ecosystems in climate change mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable coastal management.
As project coordinator, the University of the Aegean leads the implementation of BLUEQ, bringing together partners from across the Adriatic–Ionian region to develop innovative methodologies for mapping coastal habitats, assessing blue carbon storage, and supporting evidence-based environmental management. Through advanced Earth Observation technologies, drone surveys, field validation, and transnational scientific cooperation, the project contributes to improving knowledge and strengthening long-term conservation strategies for marine ecosystems.
