Today in Constanta, Romania, the international conference “From Algae to Action: Reviving Ecosystems for a Sustainable Tomorrow” kicks off. This event is part of the AlgaeRevive project, co-funded by the Interreg NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme, and brings together experts, researchers, and practitioners from the Black Sea region and beyond to discuss the vital role of algae in reducing pollution and restoring ecosystems.
The conference officially started yesterday evening with registration and a welcome event at the Panoramic Hotel. Participants from different countries had the chance to meet, exchange ideas, and share their expectations for the sessions ahead. The atmosphere was friendly and inspiring, filled with curiosity and anticipation for the topics that will be explored in the coming days.
During the opening, the organizers highlighted the importance of working together and embracing innovation to tackle environmental challenges in the region. The opening remarks were delivered by Raluca Trandafir, Chairperson of the conference, and Zlatina Baleva, Project Manager of AlgaeRevive. They spoke about the enormous potential of algae as a natural solution to reduce pollution and promote sustainable development and blue growth in the Black Sea.
The first evening was also a great opportunity for participants to get to know one another and establish new contacts. It was a moment to reflect on the shared mission of protecting and restoring the ecosystems of the Black Sea.
Today, the program continues with plenary lectures and engaging presentations that will explore topics such as macroalgal diversity, the impact of chemical fertilizers on eutrophication, anthropogenic structures in the marine environment, and pollution sources.
Stay tuned for more inspiring news from the conference. We will continue to share highlights and key moments that show just how important collaboration is – and how much potential algae have to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future.
