Gerd Kraus
Gerd Kraus is the director of the Thünen Institute of Sea Fisheries in Bremerhaven, Germany, where he specializes in marine ecology and fisheries management. He has contributed to the ongoing debate on the environmental impacts of fishing practices, particularly the use of bottom trawling nets. Kraus emphasizes the importance of balancing fishery activities with ecological protection, advocating for targeted strategies to manage vulnerable marine areas while ensuring the sustainability of fishing practices, especially in regions like the North Sea.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,734 | $700,000 | 626$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 7,734 | $700,000 | 626$ |
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Gerd Kraus is the head of the Thünen Institute for Sea Fisheries in Bremerhaven who argues against a blanket ban on trawling nets in certain protected areas.
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