“Eco-Geotourism” initiative to valorize the Ras El Ain springs as a significant geo-site
- Creating a scientific base presentation and promotional material for the geologic and hydrologic resources of Tyre with focus on Ras El Ain
- Better understand the springs water sources and thus develop further tourism and research material
- Better understanding of the source of aquifer to permit protection of the recharge area and aquifers feeding into those springs.
- Advocate for the protection and sensitize the population at large on acting responsibly and limit actions that contribute to pollution of the aquifers
- Examine the general geological and hydrogeological setting of the water sources, their historical context, and the existing environmental and social pressures
- Understanding the potential polluting factors to promote environmental protection.