{"id":57192,"date":"2026-04-17T13:35:36","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T13:35:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/matis.is\/?p=57192"},"modified":"2026-04-21T12:36:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T12:36:29","slug":"matis-saekir-fram-fyrir-sjalfbaerari-sjavarutveg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/frettir\/matis-saekir-fram-fyrir-sjalfbaerari-sjavarutveg\/","title":{"rendered":"Mat\u00eds advocates for a more sustainable fishing industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mat\u00eds is currently working on a number of research and innovation projects aimed at minimising the environmental impact of fishing and supporting the effective adaptation of the fisheries sector to climate change. The projects share a common goal of advancing sustainability through the use of data, innovation and solutions that reduce environmental impact and improve decision-making.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4bbeef0343a15048d396ef9cb59d0bf3\"><strong>Enhanced knowledge supports the protection and sustainable use of the ocean<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Enhanced knowledge is key to protecting marine ecosystems and ensuring the sustainable use of resources. Through targeted data collection and the development of solutions that support informed decision-making, the impact of human activities on the ocean can be reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The project <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/sjalfbaerari-fiskveidar-og-verndun-vistkerfa-i-atlantshafi-og-nordur-ishafi\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/sjalfbaerari-fiskveidar-og-verndun-vistkerfa-i-atlantshafi-og-nordur-ishafi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MarineGuardian<\/a> aims to promote sustainable fishing and support the protection of marine ecosystems in the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. Through the development of solutions and enhanced knowledge, work is underway to reduce bycatch, discards and fuel consumption, as well as to minimise impacts on benthic ecosystems and improve the utilisation of catches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Digital solutions play an important role in Mat\u00eds projects, for example in improving understanding of marine ecosystems and commercial fish stocks. The project <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/arcfish-throun-stafraens-tvifara-fyrir-n-atlantshaf-sem-nytir-haffraed-vedurfraedi-liffraedi-og-fiskveidigogn-til-ad-veita-betri-upplysingar-um-hafsvaedid\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/arcfish-throun-stafraens-tvifara-fyrir-n-atlantshaf-sem-nytir-haffraed-vedurfraedi-liffraedi-og-fiskveidigogn-til-ad-veita-betri-upplysingar-um-hafsvaedid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ARCHFISH<\/a> uses a Digital Twin that draws on oceanographic, meteorological, biological and fisheries data to provide improved information on marine areas. The project <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/bioprotect-lausnir-til-ad-takast-a-vid-loftslagsbreytingar-og-ognun-manna-vid-liffraedilegan-fjolbreytileika-sjavar\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/bioprotect-lausnir-til-ad-takast-a-vid-loftslagsbreytingar-og-ognun-manna-vid-liffraedilegan-fjolbreytileika-sjavar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BioProtect <\/a>also develops technical solutions to address climate change. The project involves monitoring biological diversity and mapping human impacts on the ocean, with the aim of supporting decisions on the use and protection of marine areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_2464938941-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-57198\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4993121990871006;width:546px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_2464938941-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_2464938941-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_2464938941-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_2464938941-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_2464938941-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_2464938941-1-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-37a9e2c99f7209d2d8dba0de307686bf\"><strong>Tackling Climate Change with Robust Mitigation Measures<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Mat\u00eds is currently running several ambitious projects focused on strengthening the response of the fisheries and aquaculture sectors to the challenges posed by climate change. The projects share a common emphasis on developing and implementing practical solutions that both reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the adaptation of these industries to changing conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/meccam-measures-for-climate-change-adaptation-and-mitigation-in-european-fisheries\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/meccam-measures-for-climate-change-adaptation-and-mitigation-in-european-fisheries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MeCCAM<\/a> the focus is on developing and implementing solutions that reduce the carbon footprint of the fisheries sector, while <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/occam-operationalizing-climate-change-adaptation-and-mitigation-for-aquaculture\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/occam-operationalizing-climate-change-adaptation-and-mitigation-for-aquaculture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OCCAM <\/a>focuses on mitigation and adaptation measures in response to the impacts of climate change on the aquaculture industry in Europe. <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/hvernig-geta-natturumidadar-lausnir-verid-motvaegi-vid-ahrif-loftslagsbreytinga-i-evropu\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/hvernig-geta-natturumidadar-lausnir-verid-motvaegi-vid-ahrif-loftslagsbreytinga-i-evropu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NATALIE<\/a> the project works on the development and implementation of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in coastal areas, with an emphasis on working with ecosystems as part of the solution. The project is carried out in close collaboration with municipalities and stakeholders, with a focus on strengthening the resilience of both ecosystems and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b7a2709cb03e60065bf1273abce278b2\"><strong>Increased Transparency Through Better Data<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a growing emphasis on transparency and the measurement of environmental impacts in the fisheries sector, reflected in projects aimed at improving access to reliable data and strengthening decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eitt \u00feeirra verkefna er <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/synileg-sjalfbaerni\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/synileg-sjalfbaerni\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visible Sustainability<\/a>in which a web-based database is being developed that enables companies to record information on catches and processing and calculate the carbon footprint for each production batch. At the same time, work is underway to establish a standardised and transparent method for calculating the carbon footprint of Icelandic seafood products in the project <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/kolefnisspor-islenskra-matvaela-sjavarafurdir\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/kolefnisspor-islenskra-matvaela-sjavarafurdir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">K\u00cdM \u2013 Seafood Products<\/a>, the results of which will be published publicly in <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/naeringargildi-matvaela-isgem\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/naeringargildi-matvaela-isgem\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00cdSGEM<\/a>, alongside nutritional information, which enhances comparability and transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also important for Icelandic food production to understand where it stands. The project <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/matis_projects\/umhverfisskraning-matvaelaframleidslu-samthaetting-throun-og-innleiding\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/matis_projects\/umhverfisskraning-matvaelaframleidslu-samthaetting-throun-og-innleiding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GreenTool<\/a> is working to lay the foundation for a user-friendly environmental accounting tool and calculator that enables the tracking of input use, emissions and environmental impacts down to individual products and production stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/husavik-BioProtect-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-57209\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4993121990871006;width:576px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/husavik-BioProtect-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/husavik-BioProtect-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/husavik-BioProtect-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/husavik-BioProtect-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/husavik-BioProtect-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/matis.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/husavik-BioProtect-1-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, these projects reflect a clear trend towards a more sustainable, data-driven and environmentally responsible fisheries sector, where knowledge, innovation and transparency are key factors in shaping the future of the industry. The aforementioned projects are carried out in close collaboration with Icelandic companies and institutions, including the Marine and Freshwater Research Institute, the University of Iceland, the University of Akureyri, Brim, Samherji, Trackwell, Hampi\u00f0jan, Stika Environmental Solutions, Efla, the Agricultural Advisory Centre, the Farmers Association of Iceland, as well as numerous fishing companies across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Further information on all projects undertaken by Mat\u00eds can be found here: <a href=\"https:\/\/matis.is\/en\/rannsoknir-og-nyskopun\/rannsoknarverkefni\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/matis.is\/rannsoknir-og-nyskopun\/rannsoknarverkefni\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mat\u00eds vinnur n\u00fa a\u00f0 fj\u00f6lda ranns\u00f3kna- og n\u00fdsk\u00f6punarverkefna sem sn\u00faa a\u00f0 \u00fev\u00ed a\u00f0 l\u00e1gmarka umhverfis\u00e1hrif fiskvei\u00f0a og stu\u00f0la 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