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Danish Government Allocates $5.25 Million for Fisheries and Aquaculture Research
DENMARK
Monday, January 20, 2025, 00:10 (GMT + 9)
Research into the impact of fishing and aquaculture on nature, the environment, and climate is set to receive a significant boost with a DKK 35 million grant (U$D 5.25 Million).
Among the areas to be explored are the effects of a trawl ban and the broader ecological consequences of fishing practices on marine habitats.
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The funding comes from the Green Program for the Transformation of Fisheries and Aquaculture in 2024, supporting three key projects aimed at driving sustainable development in the sector.
Projects Receiving Funding
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The Effects of a Ban on Bottom-Trawling Gear
- Lead Institutions: DTU Aqua, University of Southern Denmark, and University of Copenhagen
- Focus: Investigating how a ban on bottom trawling could influence marine ecosystems.
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Ecosystem Effects of Fishing on Marine Habitats
- Lead Institutions: DTU Aqua, Aarhus University, and University of Copenhagen
- Focus: Examining the broader ecological impacts of fishing on various fish habitats.
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Climate, Environmental, and Nature Impact of Aquaculture
- Lead Institutions: University of Copenhagen and Roskilde University
- Focus: Assessing how aquaculture activities affect the climate, environment, and surrounding ecosystems.
Aiming for a Greener Transition
 "We urgently need deeper insights into how fisheries and aquaculture influence nature, the environment, and climate to support the industry's sustainable transformation," said Minister of Fisheries Jacob Jensen.
Below is an overview of projects that have received funding commitments from the 2024 research reserve for the Green Program for the Conversion of Fisheries and Aquaculture.
The Minister emphasized the importance of these research initiatives in shaping the future of the sector:
"These projects will shed light on how we can best ensure the green transition in fisheries and aquaculture. I deeply value our strong collaboration with universities and look forward to the outcomes of these vital research efforts."
Below is an overview of projects that have received funding commitments from the 2024 research reserve for the Green Program for the Conversion of Fisheries and Aquaculture.
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