GES4SEAS project coordinator Angel Borja recently made a presentation at the prestigious ESA-EC Science 2023 conference. This event, a collaboration between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Commission (EC), is renowned for its focus on Earth System Science and its role in fostering a green and sustainable society.

Borja’s presentation in the session “Ocean Health – Multi-stressor Impact on Ocean Health” aligned seamlessly with the conference’s objective of showcasing advances in Earth Observation (EO) and Earth System Science, especially highlighting the results and initiatives funded by ESA and EC. His insights into the GES4SEAS project’s goals and methodologies provided a comprehensive understanding of how the project aligns with global efforts to maintain and enhance ocean health.

The ESA-EC Science 2023 conference’s themes, ranging from ocean and carbon cycle observations to climate change impacts and biodiversity, provided the perfect backdrop for this presentation. Borja’s contribution not only highlighted the project’s advancements on informing and guiding marine governance, but also underscored the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing environmental challenges.
As the conference aimed to align scientific activities and foster networking across Europe, Borja’s insights were a crucial contribution. They underscored the GES4SEAS project’s role in enhancing societal understanding of ecosystem functioning and its impact on human health, aligning with the broader goals of the conference to advance scientific excellence in Earth system science.

In conclusion this participation in the ESA-EC Science 2023 conference marks a significant milestone for the GES4SEAS project. It highlights the project’s alignment with global scientific efforts to understand and protect our oceans, emphasizing the crucial role of interdisciplinary research and collaborative governance in achieving sustainable environmental outcomes.