Q 63 - How to deal with knowledge gaps on socio-economic data, including the spatial dimension?#

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ESE2 - Criteria for the representation of the social and economic dimension of MPAs#

Practices: Data collection and presentation
Spatial scales: Transboundary / sea basin National Regional / local
Marine zones: Coastal zone Offshore zone

Operational approaches: (Tool) GFW - Global Fishing Watch (Tool) EMODnet

Implementation details

Utilize a multi-stage approach to integrating limited Socio-Economic data.

Stage 1: Utilize Official Open Data Portals

The first step is to gather structured and authoritative datasets from official European and international sources, which provide standardized socio-economic indicators:

Stage 2: Integrate Data from NGOs and Research Institutions

Integrate data from NGOs, conservation organizations, and independent research projects, which often provide more detailed and real-time insights:

  • OpenStreetMap (Overpass Turbo) <https://overpass-turbo.eu/>`_ - Extracting human activity patterns, infrastructure, and coastal land use data.

  • Global Fishing Watch (GFW) - Real-time and historical fishing activity data.

  • MarineTraffic (or other commercial services)- Ship tracking data for monitoring maritime traffic near MPAs.

Stage 3: Use Proxy Data to Fill Gaps

  • Nighttime Lights (e.g., NASA VIIRS, NOAA DMSP-OLS) - Indicators of coastal development and fishing intensity.

  • AIS & VMS Tracking (e.g., GFW, EU Fleet Register) - Mapping vessel activity to estimate fishing and shipping pressures.

  • Social Media Data (e.g., Twitter, Instagram, Flickr APIs) - Assessing tourism and recreational activities in coastal areas.

  • Earth Observation (e.g., Copernicus Sentinel, Landsat) - Identifying land use changes, coastal urbanization, and aquaculture sites.

ESE3 - Trade-offs method for protections and restoration in MSP#

Practices: Scoping Data collection and presentation Analysis and diagnosis Prioritisation and designation Implementation and management Monitoring and evaluation
Spatial scales: Transboundary / sea basin National Regional / local
Protection regimes: Strict protection Non-strict protection
Marine zones: Coastal zone Deep sea Offshore zone

Operational approaches: (Method) Participatory mapping

Implementation details

Utilize Participatory Mapping: Engage local stakeholders through participatory mapping exercises to collect socio-economic data. This approach not only fills data gaps but also incorporates local knowledge and perspectives, enhancing the relevance and accuracy of the information gathered. Use of Annexe 5 - Table Participatory Mapping Tool. From Deliverable 4.3 “Trade-offs method for protection and restoration in MSP”

References

  • Trade-offs method for protection and restoration in MSP (ESE3). Deliverable – D4.3., under the WP4 of MSP4BIO project (GA n° 101060707)).