Save The Waves: Coastal Protection App Review
Save The Waves: Crowdsourcing Coastal Data for Protection
Save The Waves, developed by Save The Waves Coalition, is a free iPhone app designed to empower coastal users in safeguarding surf ecosystems. This innovative application enables users to contribute to the protection of coastal areas by reporting key threats such as illegal development, plastic pollution, and water quality issues. By capturing and geotagging photos of affected sites using the phone's GPS, users can easily submit valuable data.
The app facilitates the sharing of this data with coastal agencies and protected area managers within the Save The Waves Coalition, aiding in the identification and mitigation of threats to surf ecosystems globally. By leveraging smartphone technology and user participation, Save The Waves encourages local communities to actively engage in preserving these vital ecosystems, ensuring their sustainability for the future.
