Within MarinePlan, seven work packages work together to achieve the projects objectives.
WP 1 - EB-MSP knowledge and guidance
WP1 frames the overall EB-MSP decision support system by developing EB-MSP guidelines and identifying the data and knowledge needed for its implementation.
The scientific basis to define EBSAs, to be implemented in the designation of MPA networks, and connectivity criteria and metrics will be developed in WP2.
WP 3 - Prioritisation tools and scenario development
WP3 advances in the implementation of approaches for conservation planning, guides the development of spatial planning scenarios and elaborates the trade-offs of planning options to deliver on the 2030-30%-10% target.
WP5 produces an overview of current EB-MSP processes and strategic conservation planning at all Planning Sites, identifies knowledge gaps and obstacles and issues recommendations on how to effectively implement EB-MSP.
WP 6 - Data management and visualisation tools for EB-MSP
WP6 supports the implementation of the open science strategy and data management, and the development and use of cutting-edge visualization tools for all planning sites.