Mingachevir State University has organized the “Sustainable Marine Resources Marathon” to promote the conservation of natural water ecosystems, efficient management of marine resources, and principles of sustainable development. The event was jointly conducted by the Department of Energy, the Department of Physics and Ecology, the Department of Mechanics, and the Lifelong Learning School.

The marathon aimed to create opportunities for developing innovative solutions for the sustainable use of marine and coastal ecosystems, conservation of biodiversity, and management of water resources without disrupting ecological balance. Participants worked on projects addressing marine pollution reduction, monitoring of plastic and industrial waste, sustainable fisheries management, digital monitoring of underwater ecosystems, and the application of renewable energy technologies in marine environments.

Throughout the event, teams analyzed ecological and technological challenges affecting marine ecosystems using an integrated approach based on engineering, information technology, and ecological sciences. Projects primarily focused on sensor-based monitoring systems, smart analytics tools, and resource optimization mechanisms.

During the marathon, intensive idea development, scientific justification, and prototyping phases were carried out, allowing teams to transform their initial concepts into structured and application-oriented projects. This process significantly contributed to participants’ analytical thinking, engineering approach, and systematic problem-solving skills.

In the final stage, projects were evaluated by the jury based on innovation, ecological impact, feasibility, economic efficiency, and sustainability. The most promising initiatives were recognized as projects with potential to enhance marine resource management and were provided with recommendations for future development.

The “Sustainable Marine Resources Marathon” has been recognized as a key initiative in promoting a culture of ecological innovation at the university, encouraging technological solutions for water ecosystem protection, and fostering a new mindset for sustainable resource management among students.