Through high-level panel conversations, participatory group discussions, and an exhibition area with algae products and a virtual reality experience, event participants may learn about algae’s multifaceted contributions to society and be inspired to increase their support in the algae sector. The event will be co-organised by the European Commission, French government, and the Global Seaweed Coalition (UN Global Compact), with the support of the Oceanographic Institute – Prince Albert I Foundation.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn about algae sector developments across the world and in Europe. The three-day event will include an exhibition structured around the following thematic areas: algae for food, feed, cosmetics, bio-packaging, biostimulants, textile/art/design, other applications, enabling technologies, science, coalitions and enabling organisations, farmers, and producers. While participation on 5 and 6 October will be by invitation only, the Maison de l’Océan will be open to the public on 7 October.

Find more information: The first ever EU Algae awareness summit