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Developing a digital-based curriculum of water footprint awareness in Mediterranean fisheries for sustainable resources in Europe

Project no.: 2024-1-TR01-KA220-HED-000247730

Cooperation partnership in higher education – KA220-HED

“The interest in the water footprint is rooted in the recognition that human impacts on freshwater systems can ultimately be linked to human consumption, and that issues like water shortages and pollution can be better understood and addressed by considering production and supply chains as a whole,”
Professor Arjen Y. Hoekstra

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Poster to WANTOFISH

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Water Footprint Fisheries and Aquaculture ebook

Discover Your Water Footprint and Help Protect Our Water Resources

Learn how your daily habits impact water consumption and find practical tips to reduce your water footprint. Explore essential information and resources to use water more responsibly and sustainably. Change starts with you!

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For the survival of living things, water is one of the most essential elements.

All biological life is dependent on water, from the tiniest organism to the largest. Fish and seafood, including fish that are farmed and fish that are caught in the wild, are produced using a total amount of freshwater, which is known as a fishery’s “water footprint.”. A significant contribution to agricultural production, aquaculture and fishing activities produces about 180 million tons of water annually.

Our project

Wantofish will implement

This project proposal aims to raise awareness about the significance of water one of the two essential elements of life for human existence as well as to provide information on sector-specific water resource protection strategies, such as calculating the water footprint left by fishing operations.

Digital-based innovative curriculum

Interactive lessons designed to raise awareness about water use in Mediterranean fisheries.

E-learning platform and piloting with online education kits

An online education hub piloted with real-world scenarios and resources.

The Water Footprint of Mediterranean Fisheries and Aquaculture ebook

The Water Footprint of Mediterranean Fisheries and Aquaculture, a comprehensive resource for sustainable water practices.

Through the expertise of our project team, our training we provide aims to increase awareness of the water footprint in aquaculture activities.

This awareness will enable individuals working in private and public aquaculture production, as well as managers and policymakers, to contribute to the development of water-saving technologies and strategies.

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The project is co-financed by

the Erasmus + Programme of the European Union and it is implemented, between 2 years (01.12.2024 – 30.11.2026), being a Cooperation partnership in higher education (KA220-HED).

It is a transnational consortium led

by EGE UNIVERSITY (Türkiye)

Join one of Türkiye’s most historic universities. Explore our seventeen faculties, including the renowned Faculty of Fisheries, where innovation meets tradition in marine sciences.

which includes partners from five others countries:

UNIVERSITA DEGLI STUDI DI PALERMO (Italy)

Join a leading academic institution in Sicily, committed to research, cultural growth, and scientific excellence.

SVEUCILISTE U DUBROVNIKU (Croatia)

Located in the historic city of Dubrovnik, the University of Dubrovnik offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity.

Balıkesir University (Türkiye)

Situated in Türkiye, Balıkesir University offers diverse academic programs and state-of-the-art research facilities.

UNIVERSITY OF THESSALY (Greece)

At the University of Thessaly, students engage in innovative programs in fields like aquatic science, environmental management, and sustainable development.

M&M Profuture Training, S.L. (Spain)

Located in Spain, M&M Profuture is a leader in training and mobility programs designed to develop professional skills for the modern workforce.

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Our goal is for both students and professionals to understand the impact of water on the sustainability of the Mediterranean and apply responsible practices.

Elena Moretti
2024 Collaborator

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We are committed to raising awareness about the water footprint and its impact on the sustainability of the Mediterranean. Whether you’re a student, professional, or passionate about the future of our aquatic resources, we want to hear from you! Together, we can shape a new generation of responsible and environmentally conscious professionals.

"The WANTOFISH project has been an incredibly enriching experience. As a professional in aquatic resource management, being able to contribute to raising awareness about the water footprint in fishing and aquaculture is a crucial step toward sustainability."

Ana Kaya
Aquatic Resources Specialist

"As an environmental educator, WANTOFISH has been an excellent opportunity to integrate practical learning with theory. I’ve been impressed by the way the project involves students and professionals, providing them with the necessary tools to address the water crisis in fishing and aquaculture."

Selin Özdemir
Environmental Educator

The opportunity to work with professionals and students committed to the sustainability of the Mediterranean is what motivates me the most.

Dimitris Kouros
Sustainable Development Consultant

"Working on WANTOFISH has been an honor. This project not only advocates for the preservation of our aquatic resources but also creates a bridge between scientific research and professional practices."

María López
Sustainable Development Consultant

– Wantofish –

Developing a digital-based curriculum of water footprint awareness in Mediterranean fisheries for sustainable resources in Europe

Project no.: 2024-1-TR01-KA220-HED-000247730

Cooperation partnership in higher education – KA220-HED

Poster to WANTOFISH

Our team

Discover Your Water Footprint and Help Protect Our Water Resources

For the survival of living things, water is one of the most essential elements.

Wantofish will implement

Digital-based innovative curriculum

E-learning platform and piloting with online education kits

The Water Footprint of Mediterranean Fisheries and Aquaculture ebook

Through the expertise of our project team, our training we provide aims to increase awareness of the water footprint in aquaculture activities.

The project is co-financed by

It is a transnational consortium led

by EGE UNIVERSITY (Türkiye)

which includes partners from five others countries:

UNIVERSITA DEGLI STUDI DI PALERMO (Italy)

SVEUCILISTE U DUBROVNIKU (Croatia)

Balıkesir University (Türkiye)

UNIVERSITY OF THESSALY (Greece)

M&M Profuture Training, S.L. (Spain)

Our goal is for both students and professionals to understand the impact of water on the sustainability of the Mediterranean and apply responsible practices.

Join us and contact if you want to know more about our project

"The WANTOFISH project has been an incredibly enriching experience. As a professional in aquatic resource management, being able to contribute to raising awareness about the water footprint in fishing and aquaculture is a crucial step toward sustainability."

"As an environmental educator, WANTOFISH has been an excellent opportunity to integrate practical learning with theory. I’ve been impressed by the way the project involves students and professionals, providing them with the necessary tools to address the water crisis in fishing and aquaculture."

The opportunity to work with professionals and students committed to the sustainability of the Mediterranean is what motivates me the most.

"Working on WANTOFISH has been an honor. This project not only advocates for the preservation of our aquatic resources but also creates a bridge between scientific research and professional practices."

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