Beach Monitoring through Aerial Photogrammetry
The MER Project, led by ISPRA, involved the study and analysis of the spatial and temporal variation of five beaches along the Etruscan Coast in Tuscany, through high-resolution aerial photogrammetry surveys.
GeoScape contributed to monitoring activities and coastal morphological analysis, supporting the assessment of the evolution of Posidonia oceanica banquettes and the dynamic processes characterizing the Tuscan coastline.
Morphological Monitoring and Spatio-Temporal Analysis
The objective of the project was to:
- Analyze the evolution of Posidonia oceanica banquettes
- Assess morphological variations of beaches
- Study coastal dynamics over time
- Support sustainable shoreline management
The project was carried out over a period of 6 months, through 3 photogrammetric surveys, enabling a detailed comparison across different seasonal conditions.
Aerial Photogrammetry for Coastal Monitoring
The use of aerial photogrammetry made it possible to:
- Reconstruct high-precision digital models
- Analyze the spatial distribution of banquettes
- Quantify volumetric and morphological changes
- Monitor natural processes using a non-invasive approach
This methodology represents a strategic tool for coastal environmental monitoring, particularly in ecologically sensitive areas such as the Etruscan Coast.
An Institutional Collaboration Project
The project, coordinated by ISPRA, involved the municipalities of:
- Cecina
- Rosignano
- San Vincenzo
An example of synergy between public institutions, scientific research, and specialized technical expertise, aimed at the protection and sustainable management of Tuscan beaches.
The ISPRA MER Project enabled the monitoring of the evolution of five beaches along the Etruscan Coast through aerial photogrammetry surveys, analyzing the dynamics of Posidonia banquettes and supporting the sustainable management of the Tuscan coastline.
