Collaborative Model for Marine Restoration Tackles Ghost Nets and Restores Coral Reefs in the Mediterranean

A coordinated community response along the Sicilian coastline is addressing the global crisis of 'ghost nets' – abandoned fishing gear that traps and kills marine life. This collaborative model involves marine scientists, Sea Shepherd Italy volunteers, and recreational divers who work together to retrieve nets and restore living coral reefs. The initiative emphasizes replanting with climate resilience in mind and utilizes citizen scientists to multiply data collection, aiming to scale the model across Sicily.