11 December 2025 h 14.00-18.00; 12 December 2025 h 9.00-13.00
CNR Conference Centre, via Gobetti 101, 40128 Bologna, Italy
Hosted by: CNR-ISMAR, UNINA
Remote connection day 1: Restoration Workshop – Day 1 | Partecipazione alla riunione | Microsoft Teams
Remote connection day 2: Restoration Workshop – Day 2 | Partecipazione alla riunione | Microsoft Teams
This workshop is organized within the LIFE MAPPER project (https://www.life-mapper.eu/) and is designed to build an essential bridge between the key players dedicated to restoration. Policy makers, scientific community, young researcher, relevant stakeholders and private companies are invited to participate on this vital thematic of marine restoration!
Life-Mapper consolidates knowledge, methodologies, and best practices in marine habitat mapping, conservation, and restoration across EU seas. The project strengthens marine spatial planning, enhances decision-making, and fills critical knowledge gaps to safeguard Europe’s marine biodiversity. LIFE-MAPPER integrates fragmented data into a digital manual and a dynamic Knowledge Platform, offering searchable content, datasets, and a GeoPortal for mapping services.
What are we doing?
- Clear guidelines and tools to map marine habitats with precision.
- Evaluating habitat quality, connectivity, and health for better protection.
- Best practices to restore ecosystems and safeguard marine species.
- Identifying priority areas to maximize ecological benefits and efficiency.
- Hub with data, resources, and tools for stakeholders.
- Member States with guidance, expertise, and collaboration.
