Event agenda
Monday, 9 December 2024
09:00 - 10:00
Welcome Coffee and Registration
10:00 - 10:30
Opening Remarks
• Welcome Address: Project Coordinator – 5´´ • EU Algae Initiative status: Maris Stulgis (DG Mare) – 15´´ • Algae projects and funding opportunities: Julien Peris (CINEA) – 10´´
10:30 - 11:00
EU4Algae – summary of achievements
• Summary of activities and milestones achieved from 2022 to 2024
11:00 - 13:00
Presentation of Project Outcomes
• Presentation of the project outcomes (S.Pro, EABA, WGs) • Q&A Session
13:00 - 14:30
Networking Lunch and Algae Tasting
• Algae Products Tasting: A variety of algae-based dishes and products for participants to explore • Artistic Activity: Collaborative creation of an algae-themed canvas using algae for coloring
14:30 - 15:15
Introduction to the Second Contract
• Overview of the goals and planned activities for the next contract • Q&A Session
15:15 - 16:20
Panel Discussion: Future of the EU Algae Sector
• Panelists: Experts from different projects and studies (tbc) • Topics Covered: Challenges, opportunities, and strategic directions for the algae sector in the EU
16:20 - 16:30
Closing Remarks
• Wrap-Up: Summary of the day’s activities and key messages • Thank You Note: Acknowledgements and next steps