Policy solutions#
- Establishing a dedicated coordination framework for marine biodiversity
- Utilizing existing groups to establish compulsory biodiversity assessment and reporting mechanisms
- Revise MPA objectives and involve MSP authorities in a consultative capacity
- Creating continuous input channels for stakeholder engagement in policymaking
- Create mandatory, clear measures connecting human activities with biodiversity goals
- Strengthening MSP’s role in achieving GES through capacity building, trainings and dialogue
- Developing comprehensive guidelines and enforcement mechanisms for effective MPA management
- Climate-smart maritime spatial planning in EU countries
- Allocating maritime tax revenue for national biodiversity strategy
- Increase investment in biodiversity research and monitoring for improved policy evaluation
- Investing in data collection and decision support tools for planning and monitoring
- Applying the policy solutions in the Cadiz Bay