Round table discussion seminar:The Environmental standing of the Baltic Sea: from political proposal to practical project

In the past few years, report after report have sent out alarming signals about the ecological condition of the Baltic Sea, specifically the general level of polluting agents which aid the development of eutrophication, hazardous waste waters, and an ecological imbalance in the whole eco-system. These are very serious and complex problems, which need very specific solutions. Each subsequent report has reiterated the need for urgent attention and action from the side of the decision and policy makers, the business sector, regional municipalities, NGOs and the general public. Time: March 17, 2008, 10:00-14:30 Place: Centre for Baltic Sea Region Studies, University of Copenhagen Øster Farimagsgade 5, Entrance E, Building 4, Room 4.2.26 Registration: please register by 12th of March (by email: janis.lasmanis@mfa.gov.lv).