Ecological Taxation: Introduce taxes on excessive nitrogen fertilizer use to encourage rationalization.
2. Improving Integrated Watershed Management
Watershed Committees: Establish local committees of farmers, scientists, and policymakers to develop tailored plans for each watershed.
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Ecosystem Restoration: Wetlands act as natural filters for nitrates. According to the IUCN (2022), wetland restoration in Europe has reduced diffuse pollution by 20% on average.
3. Developing Algae Valorization Industries
Green Energy: Invest in local biogas plants to transform algae into energy. A pilot facility in Brittany produced 1 GWh of electricity in 2022, according to ADEME.
Local Markets: Promote algae use in short supply chains, such as organic fertilizers for local farms.
4. Strengthening Public Awareness and Engagement
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Environmental Education: Organize school workshops on the impact of intensive farming on marine environments.
Community Participation: Encourage citizen-led initiatives, such as beach cleanups or participatory audits to identify local pollution sources.
5. Investing in Research and Innovation
