Climate Action in Aquaculture: Impact, Adaptation & Mitigation

Equip yourself with the scientific insights and strategic policies needed to future-proof global fish farming. This high-level symposium, jointly organized by the European Aquaculture Society (EAS) and Nofima, addresses the most critical environmental challenge of our generation: climate change.

Leading global scientists, policymakers, and industry executives come together to discuss regional climate impacts across Europe, practical adaptation strategies, and the transition toward a resilient, sustainable blue economy.

Symposium Schedule & Topics (Monday 28th September 2026)

• 12:00 - 12:45 | Welcome & Context Setting: Introduction by Dr. Carlo C. Lazado (Senior Researcher, Nofima) and Bente Torstensen (CEO, Nofima).
• 12:45 - 13:00 | 50 Years of Climate Change: Historical overview of Europe's changing climate by Dr. Lynne Falconer (University of Stirling).
• 13:00 - 14:00 | Regional Situation Reports: Real-world impact, adaptation, and mitigation insights from:
• Atlantic Region: Torstein Kristensen (ScaleAQ, Norway)
• Mediterranean Region: Giorgos Spiliopoulos (Kefalonia Fisheries, Greece)
• Central Europe: Eva Kovak (Eurofish, Denmark)
• 14:15 - 14:30 | EU Policy & Regulation: Understanding the European Union's policy framework on climate action with Lorella de la Cruz Iglesias (DG MARE).
• 15:00 - 16:30 | Interactive Panel: Making It Happen: A dynamic brainstorming and expert panel session focusing on risk assessment and technology adoption, featuring experts from ASC, MRAG, and Lockton Norway.
• 16:30 - 17:00 | Global Action Call: Connecting research to the UN Ocean Decade objectives, culminating in a unified call for climate action led by Dr. Elisabeth Ytteborg (Nofima).

Why Participate in This Event?

• Regional Case Studies: Gain first-hand data on how climate shifts are physically and biologically altering Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Central European aquaculture.
• Direct Access to Policymakers: Learn about upcoming EU environmental compliance standards, funding structures, and climate goals.
• Interactive Expert Panels: Join an interactive session to discuss bio-risk management, technological innovations, and insurance-driven risk analysis with top global experts.