Viewers of the 8 o’clock news were immersed in our ongoing field work. The report briefly told about the project and the different steps involved in marine reforestation. We showed the stunning drone footage and underwater images of the restoration sites from the project MPAs.
Professor Annalisa Falace, the project’s scientific coordinator, was interviewed for the report; she emphasised the ecosystem services provided by macroalgae of the genus Cystoseira s.l. and their importance in mitigating the climate crisis.
You can watch the italian TV report at the minute 31:30 of the newscast. Don’t miss out!