The overarching aim of the TETHYS4ADRION project is to investigate the role of rivers in contributing to marine plastic pollution in the ADRION region and to develop and deploy mitigation strategies aimed at addressing riverine litter inputs. Specifically, the project will focus on:
- Facilitating the implementation of harmonised riverine litter monitoring in the ADRION countries by adopting novel and cutting-edge methodologies and conducting coordinated pilot monitoring on selected rivers.
- Testing and upscaling solutions that prevent and mitigate riverine litter pollution and restore degraded freshwater habitats from plastic pollution via targeted environmentally-sound actions.
- Establishing a comprehensive policy framework and groundwork for developing a sustainable and effective plan to manage and reduce riverine litter in the Adriatic-Ionian region.
Ultimately, the project will contribute to minimising the detrimental impact of riverine litter on the marine environment and biodiversity of the ADRION region by fostering cross-border cooperation, promoting multi-stakeholder dialogue and implementing multi-level actions. By building new knowledge and establishing a community of experts in the ADRION region, the project will pave the way for the adoption of a comprehensive and coordinated approach toward cleaner and healthier river ecosystems
