Economic evaluation of NIS impact in sample project area
15/06/2026
Moving from theory to action, a concrete economic evaluation of what happens when Non- Indigenous Species (NIS) settle in our waters, uncovering the massive hidden costs of these biological invasions is available in the Library section.
The Key Insights from the Evaluation are:
- Quantifying the Damage: Global data from the InvaCost database reveals that species like the sea walnut (Mnemiopsis leidyi) have caused over $350 million in damages worldwide, devastating local fisheries.
- Social & Wellbeing Impact: Using the SEICAT methodology, the study assesses how toxic hazards like the algae Ostreopsis cf. ovata directly threaten human health and coastal tourism.
- A Focus on Our Regions: The findings highlight the extreme vulnerability of the Adriatic. Proactive management is no longer just an environmental duty—it is an economic necessity to protect local livelihoods.