Portofino Marine Protected Area joins Greenpeace Italy "Progetto Mare Caldo" (Hot Sea Water Project".
The underwater thermometers placed in the area since 2015 have registered an increase in water temperature. The Greenpeace dive team with researcher have checked the impact on the local biodiversity, and have found clear signs of the impact of climate change (similar to those observed in Elba Island).
The research project is part of the "Defending Our Oceans" ship tour 2020.