Planting has started on the seabed : Posidonia meadows will come to life again!
With a study carried out under the leadership of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in the Milas district of Muğla. The protection and spread of Posidonia meadows will be supported. Within the scope of the project carried out in cooperation with Muğla Provincial Directorate of Agriculture, YK Energy and Eastern Mediterranean University, works will be carried out in the cooling water field of Kemerköy Thermal Power Plant. This project is expected to increase the contribution of seagrass meadows to the ecosystem and preserve the natural balance.
Work has begun to protect seagrass meadows and transfer them to future generations
Muğla Provincial Director of Agriculture Muhammed Sevinç, YK Energy General Manager Erol Demir and Assist. from Eastern Mediterranean University. Assoc. Dr. At the press conference held with the participation of Burak Ali Çiçek, the importance of seagrass meadows was emphasized. It was stated that the project, which is carried out to protect the rich marine ecosystem of Muğla, aims to expand and increase the living spaces of marine creatures in the region. The project is expected to make a great contribution to the protection of seagrass meadows with high economic and ecological value in the region.
Works to be Conducted in an Area the Size of 285 Football Fields
YK Enerji General Manager Erol Demir stated that when the project is completed, Posidonia meadows will be planted in an area of 200 hectares. He stated that they aim to increase and protect. He stated that within the scope of the project, work will be carried out on an area of 16 hectares in the first year. These studies are planned to be an important step towards maintaining the balance of the marine ecosystem and increasing diversity.
The Importance of Posidonia Meadows and Their Contributions to the Ecosystem
Emphasizing the benefits of Posidonia meadows to the ecosystem, Demir emphasized the carbon retention capacity of these plants and He stated that it is important for its oxygen producing properties. He stated that sea meadows create a habitat for marine creatures in the region and maintain the balance of the ecosystem. It was stated that the project aims to maximize the contribution of this valuable plant to the ecosystem by increasing its distribution.
Protection of Posidonia Meadows and Supporting its Spread
Asst. from Eastern Mediterranean University. Assoc. Dr. Burak Ali Çiçek announced that different methods will be used to protect and support the spread of Posidonia meadows. It is planned to increase and protect seagrass meadows through methods such as implantation, transplantation and germination. It was stated that these studies are of great importance in order to protect the natural balance and ensure the sustainability of the ecosystem. .webp" width="760" height="428">
