On October 13 and 14, Ljubljana set the stage for an important step forward in tackling marine pollution. Our SeaCras team joined the PREVENT Steering Committee, a key initiative focused on pollution prevention across the Adriatic–Ionian regions.
The meeting gathered leading experts, policymakers, and innovators working to develop coordinated strategies and technologies that reduce marine litter and other pollutants affecting our shared seas.
A day later, the participants showcased their ongoing work and research findings at the conference Slovenia and Europe for Clean Waters: Innovations and Solutions Against Plastic Pollution. The event highlighted practical, science-based solutions and cross-border collaboration aimed at protecting marine ecosystems.
This conference brought together Slovenian research projects and their network of partners focused on plastics, microplastics, pollution in the Adriatic and Ionian seas, as well as riverine systems’ environmental challenges.
Our company was represented by our CEO, Mario Špadina as well as our experts, Robert Šulc, Josip Karadža and Davor Blaženčić. Mario took part in a panel discussion, sharing insights from our ongoing research and connecting with peers working on similar initiatives.
Mario showcased results for the cross-border monitoring of the pilot location, the Pupnatska Luka beach on Korčula island, and the Mljet island. While results are alarming, the focus of the working group is to deliver tools for cross-border action. In particular, the assembly of:
- Transnational Marine Litter Management System (JTMLMS)
- Joint Marine Litter Prevention and Management Strategy (JMLPMS)
- Climate Resilient Adriatic-Ionian Action Plan (CRAIAP)
Major thanks to our Slovenian friends for inviting us. This conference was a strong example of cross-border collaboration, scientific expertise, and collective commitment to addressing plastic pollution.
Also, there was strong emphasis on public and community engagement, as it is one of the core activities in pollution prevention.
Of course, we look forward to further deepening our collaboration with our partners from across the border and turning our joint efforts into tangible impact for the Adriatic and Ionian regions, and well beyond.