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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.

​UNDP Nature
The Blue Voyage

A project story highlighting the importance of protecting seagrass meadows along the Bodrum coastline for climate action and sustainable tourism.

Turquoise Coast Environment Fund

“East to West Mediterranean” Screens in London

A London screening of the East to West Mediterranean documentary, which explores seagrass meadows in Bodrum and the local initiatives dedicated to protecting these ecosystems.

Turquoise Coast Environment Fund
TCEF Summer Review 2024

An annual review report summarizing marine conservation projects and regional environmental initiatives carried out across the Mediterranean.

The Explorers Club
Mert Gökalp – Explorers Club 50 (2026)

Marine biologist and documentary filmmaker Mert Gökalp has been selected for the Explorers Club 50 list in recognition of his work in science and exploration.

Bursa Technical University
International Award for the Posidonia Seagrass Project

The seagrass conservation project carried out in Bodrum has been awarded the “Best Grant” prize as part of the Conservation Collective Awards.

Bodrum Municipality – Climate Change Directorate
Project Posidonia

A conservation project aimed at protecting seagrass habitats in Bodrum and developing local management plans for these areas.

9th Village
An Underwater Park Bringing Marine Ecosystems Together with Art

The Blue Exile Art Project underwater park, brought to life in Bodrum, draws attention to the protection of Posidonia seagrass meadows through artistic installations.

Underwater Gazette
An Underwater Park Project Where Environment and Art Meet in Bodrum

The underwater park project in Bodrum, which brings together art and science, aims to protect seagrass meadows and raise environmental awareness.

İhlas News Agency (İHA)
The First Phase of the Bodrum Underwater Park Opens

The first phase of the underwater park project in Bodrum, which combines art and environmental conservation, was inaugurated with an event held on Görecek Island.

Ege Gündem
An Underwater Park Opens on Görecek Island, Bodrum

Developed as part of the Blue Exile Art Project, the underwater park seeks to promote marine conservation awareness through art.

Kent TV
Selected for the “50 Explorers Changing the World” List

Marine biologist and documentary filmmaker Mert Gökalp has been selected for the Explorers Club 50 list for his projects that combine marine conservation with science and visual storytelling.

Institut français Türkiye
La Mer Méditerranée Sous Pression

An event series organized to highlight the increasing environmental pressures in the Mediterranean, addressing the protection of marine ecosystems through conferences, screenings, and discussions.

Ankara International Wildlife Documentary Film Festival
East to West Mediterranean – Special Screening

The East to West Mediterranean documentary, which focuses on the protection of seagrass meadows in Bodrum, was featured in a special screening at the festival.

Türkiye Today
Mediterranean Pact: Muğla and Bastia Collaboration

Muğla and Bastia, France, have signed a cooperation protocol to protect the Mediterranean’s natural and cultural heritage and to advance sustainable coastal management.

Muğla Metropolitan Municipality
The Future of Mediterranean Coasts Discussed in Muğla

An international conference on the protection and sustainable management of Mediterranean coasts was held in Muğla.

Contact

For interview requests, media coverage, or collaboration inquiries regarding Ecolegacy, you can get in touch with us.

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