Lead institution:
Marulho – Brazil
Marulho innovatively recycles discarded fishing nets, benefiting coastal communities and marine ecosystems.
They engage locals, create sustainable products, raise awareness, and collaborate with partners to mitigate ghost fishing, enhance livelihoods, and conserve ocean biodiversity.
Start Date: 01/01/2023
End Date: 31/12/2030
Lead Contact: Beatriz Mattiuzzo (bia@fazermarulho.com.br)
challenges: 1- Understand and beat marine pollution, 4- Sustainable Ocean Economy, 5- Ocean-Climate Nexus
host_programme: Cultural Heritage Framework Programme
ocean_basins: South Atlantic Ocean
type_of_action: Project