Zontani Akti Lakonias

The living coast of Lakonia
Ζωντανή Ακτή Λακωνίας
More about the initiative

Zal aims to combine scientific knowledge, local experience, public authorities and coastal communities.

The initiative is currently in the research, feasibility and partnership-development phase. No physical intervention will be implemented before the necessary scientific, legal, technical, financial and local conditions have been assessed.

Posidonia protection

Investigating the condition and distribution of Posidonia oceanica meadows and exploring whether low-impact mooring systems could help reduce anchor-related damage in suitable locations.

Fish monitoring

Exploring scientifically sound methods, including BRUVs — Baited Remote Underwater Video — underwater observations and citizen science.

Local fisheries cooperation

Listening to fishers and other coastal users and exploring whether local knowledge could contribute to future monitoring and participatory fisheries management.

Coastal resilience

Considering how healthy habitats, functioning food webs and responsible coastal management may support the resilience of coastal ecosystems and communities.