The PHAROS is an EU-funded project

PLOCAN leads PHAROS and coordinates the consortium. They provide advanced multipurpose offshore platforms for testing marine technologies, piloting nature-based solutions, and running Atlantic demonstration sites for ecosystem restoration.

CSIC leads PHAROS stakeholder engagement, citizen science, and educational initiatives. They drive data collection and biodiversity monitoring via the MINKA platform, providing ecological assessments of restored marine habitats.

The cluster bridges the gap between marine research and the private blue economy. They specialize in maritime networking, stakeholder engagement, and promoting sustainable business models for local marine conservation initiatives in the Atlantic.

Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici / Euro-Mediterranean Centre on Climate Change (CMCC) brings world-class expertise in climate modeling and ocean forecasting. They contribute to PHAROS by predicting climate impacts on marine ecosystems and integrating digital twins of local sites into conservation platforms.

University Ghent contributes leading research in marine biology, aquaculture, and ecological modeling. Their expertise supports PHAROS in designing Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) systems and evaluating biodiversity.

University Las Palmas (ULPGC) leads the building and evaluation of the four PHAROS demonstrations. They offer specialized expertise in Atlantic marine science and coastal management, driving local ecological monitoring and testing nature-based solutions.

EnerOcean is a pioneer in offshore floating wind and marine renewable energy technology. They contribute to PHAROS by integrating clean energy solutions into the blue economy, supporting carbon-neutral and circular ocean trials.

Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research (CIIMAR) specialises in marine biotechnology, ecology, and ocean health. They provide PHAROS with expertise in ecosystem restoration, pollution mitigation, and assessing the environmental impacts of aquaculture and maritime activities.

Bantry Marine Research Station (BMRS) focuses on sustainable aquaculture, seaweed cultivation, and marine biotechnology. They support PHAROS by testing Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) systems and polyculture methods to restore biodiversity in Ireland.

Technical University of Denmark (DTU) offers top-tier engineering and marine research expertise. They contribute to PHAROS through data analytics and environmental modeling, specifically deploying eDNA robotic buoys for the real-time tracking of invasive species.

Deltares leads the methodology and preparation for the PHAROS demonstrations. They provide advanced expertise in coastal engineering, nature-based solutions, and hydrodynamic modeling to predict and mitigate climate change impacts.

blueOasis leads demo monitoring and the development of Digital Twin Oceans (DTO). They specialize in marine engineering, data science, and numerical modeling to optimize ocean technologies and evaluate the performance of solutions.

International Consortium of Research Staff Associations (ICoRSA) leads the dissemination and communication for PHAROS. They specialize in research policy and outreach, driving community engagement and the development of open-innovation Living Labs to involve citizens in ocean health.

IFREMER is a leading oceanographic institution providing expertise in marine biodiversity, fisheries, and ecosystem monitoring. They support PHAROS with advanced ocean observation technologies and scientific validation of restoration efforts.

Government of Canary Islands provides crucial policy guidance, governance frameworks, and public administration. They facilitate the local implementation of PHAROS demonstration sites by aligning maritime restoration with regional legislation.

Munster Technology Uni (MTU) offers expertise in marine engineering, environmental research, and regional innovation. They drive PHAROS initiatives by running local Living Labs, engaging stakeholders, and supporting the deployment of marine monitoring technologies in Ireland.

Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences (RBINS) brings deep expertise in marine taxonomy, ecosystem modeling, and biodiversity conservation. They provide PHAROS with scientific data on marine wildlife and help assess the ecological impacts of nature-based solutions.

Impact Hub Athens specializes in social entrepreneurship, community building, and business incubation. Within PHAROS, they drive citizen litter entrepreneurship programs and foster circular economy business models to tackle ocean pollution.

Lviv Polytechnic National University provides advanced engineering, data processing, and technological expertise. They contribute to PHAROS by developing digital monitoring tools, software solutions, and supporting data integration for ocean restoration.

Schmalhausen Institute of Zoology National Academy Sciences brings deep expertise in marine zoology, ecology, and biodiversity conservation. They support PHAROS by monitoring marine species, assessing ecosystem health, and studying the impacts of human activities on aquatic life.

NORCE delivers interdisciplinary expertise in climate, environment, and energy. They contribute to PHAROS through oceanographic data analysis, climate modeling, and assessing ecological risks in the Atlantic and Arctic maritime regions.

UGI (Underwater Gardens International) specialises in eco-engineered marine structures and regenerative underwater gardens. They provide PHAROS with Smart Enhanced Reefs (SER®) that use parametric intelligence to restore marine habitats and support ecosystem gardening.

Gravity Wave specialises in plastic collection and ocean cleaning, converting marine waste into circular products. They support PHAROS by reducing ocean pollution and developing sustainable, zero-waste business models.

INCDSB (National Institute of Research and Development for Biological Sciences) offers expertise in molecular biology, biotechnology, and ecology. They contribute to PHAROS through advanced environmental monitoring, biodiversity assessment, and evaluating the biological impacts of nature-based solutions.