ECOLEGACY MEDITERRANEAN
Ecolegacy in the Press
Ecolegacy’s marine conservation, science communication, and nature-based projects have been featured in both national and international media. On this page, you can explore news articles, interviews, and media content about our work.
Critical Warning for Bodrum: If Seagrass Meadows Disappear, So Does Life – Milliyet
As part of its scientific research dedicated to protecting Posidonia oceanica, one of the Mediterranean’s most important marine ecosystems, Eco Legacy Mediterranean has completed one of the most comprehensive analyses ever conducted along the Bodrum Peninsula coastline. Presenting the findings, Eco Legacy Mediterranean Founder and marine biologist Dr. Mert Gökalp highlighted that between 1,000 and 2,000 hectares of seagrass have been lost in Bodrum since 2004, emphasizing: “To protect fish populations and ultimately human life, we must first protect seagrass meadows.”
Green Rangers in Action – NOW TV
Eco Legacy Mediterranean has launched the Green Rangers initiative to protect the remaining Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows and restore damaged marine habitats. Bringing together volunteers, divers, scientists, public institutions, and civil society organizations, the project focuses on mapping, restoring, and safeguarding seagrass ecosystems while promoting collaborative marine conservation efforts along the coast.
The Sea’s Oxygen Source, Seagrass Meadows, Is Declining – CNN TÜRK
The CNN TÜRK report “The Sea’s Oxygen Source, Seagrass Meadows, Is Declining” highlights the rapid loss of seagrass meadows along the Bodrum coastline due to coastal development, pollution, and increasing human activity. Drawing on the work of Eco Legacy Mediterranean, the report emphasizes the critical role these underwater ecosystems play in supporting marine biodiversity, producing oxygen, and protecting coastlines from erosion.
Seagrass Meadows at Risk – Habertürk
The Habertürk report “Seagrass Meadows at Risk” highlights the serious threats facing seagrass meadows along the Bodrum coastline due to coastal development, pollution, and increasing human activity. Based on the research conducted by Eco Legacy Mediterranean, the report emphasizes the vital role of seagrass meadows in oxygen production, biodiversity conservation, and the protection of coastal ecosystems.
Call to Protect Seagrass Meadows Along the Bodrum Coast – HABERTÜRK
Scientific analyses conducted along the Bodrum coastline have revealed that seagrass meadows are under serious threat from coastal development, pollution, and human activities. Experts emphasize that these vital marine habitats are essential not only for the health of the ecosystem but also for tourism, fisheries, and the sustainability of coastal communities, calling for urgent conservation measures.
Call to Protect Seagrass Meadows Along the Bodrum Coast – AA YEŞİLHAT
Seagrass meadows along the Bodrum coastline are increasingly threatened by pollution and coastal development. Experts have called for urgent action to protect these vital marine ecosystems and safeguard their ecological, economic, and environmental value.
Critical Warning from Eco Legacy Mediterranean for the Bodrum Coast: The Ocean’s Oxygen Reservoir Is Disappearing – Anterhaber
Eco Legacy Mediterranean has revealed that the seagrass meadows along the Bodrum coastline are at risk of disappearing due to coastal development, pollution, and intensive boat traffic. Experts are calling for urgent action to protect these vital marine ecosystems and preserve the ecological balance of the region.
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