๐ผ WEBINAR RECORDING NOW AVAILABLE!
Last week, we hosted a webinar on fishing gear marking together with our partners KIMO International and Havs- och vattenmyndigheten. Marked fishing gear is a crucial step in protecting marine ecosystems from lost fishing gear
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#GhostFishing
27.01.2026 08:39 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
New guidelines for transboundary MSP output data! ๐
These new HELCOM-VASAB guidelines set clear data specifications for maritime spatial planning outputs, boosting interoperability, harmonization and cross-border cooperation across marine regions.
Download here โก๏ธ buff.ly/3vuXXwm
26.01.2026 08:29 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Eutrophication promotes algal blooms and alters the marine ecosystem. Changes are often noticed only through declining populations of affected species or the formation of vast hypoxic โdead zones.โ โ ๏ธ
Read more in โEutrophication: the Baltic Seaโs silent transformationโ
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21.01.2026 10:01 โ ๐ 5 ๐ 3 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Protecting small cetaceans
ASCOBANS' push to strengthen MPA management in Europe
๐ฌ How can harbour porpoises still be at risk inside protected areas? Following our recent webinar, our new article explains the paradox โ and the work underway to fix it. @ascobans.bsky.social @helcominfo.bsky.social
๐ Read the full article: protectbaltic.eu/news/f/prote...
11.12.2025 07:23 โ ๐ 4 ๐ 2 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Nominate your Baltic Sea Hero 2026
Who is your Baltic Sea hero? Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Baltic Sea Awards! @helcominfo.bsky.social
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12.12.2025 12:28 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
BRISK II Perspectives โ Rรผdiger Strempel โ Merikotka
Shipping-related oil and HNS spills pose a severe threat to the m #BalticSea. In my latest piece, I briefly describe how @helcominfo.bsky.social contributes to prevention, response and long-term risk assessments, focusing in particular on the ongoing #BRISK II project.
merikotka.fi/en/brisk-ii-...
15.01.2026 18:08 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
โ๏ธ LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
WHAT: Webinar on marking of recreational fishing gear
WHEN: 20 Jan 2026, 9:00-12:30 CET
WHO: Government officials, representatives from fishing associations & relevant national, regional & international organisations working at policy/practical levels
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19.01.2026 06:30 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
The Baltic Seaโs ecosystem faces severe threats from hazardous substances. While reductions in well-known pollutants have been achieved, a vast array of emerging substances pose a growing risk.
Read more in our brief for scientists โEmerging substances: Our next challenge aheadโ.
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15.01.2026 10:01 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
๐ We are hiring!
Applications are invited for the post of Executive Secretary at the Helsinki Commission Secretariat. The post, which is based in Helsinki, Finland, will become vacant on 1 February 2027.
Vacancy announcement ๐ buff.ly/CpiN6AL
13.01.2026 06:15 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
The Baltic Sea provides essential ecosystem services. ๐ฃ ๐โโ๏ธ However, unsustainable practices and habitat degradation are reducing service provision and causing ecological and economic losses.
Read more in our brief for scientists โLinking society and environment in the Baltic Seaโ
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12.01.2026 06:30 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
๐ Reducing nutrient inputs to the Baltic Sea
This concise brochure brings together key messages from two recent HELCOM reports: Effectiveness of measures to reduce nutrient inputs & Assessment of achieving NICs in 2030 and the effectiveness of measures.
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09.01.2026 08:30 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Our Science in a Seashell -series briefs for scientists summarise the latest research findings on the state of the Baltic Sea, guiding future research efforts. Each brief draws on key findings from the third HELCOM Holistic Assessment of the Baltic Sea (HOLAS 3).
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07.01.2026 10:01 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
โ๏ธ REGISTER NOW!
WHAT: Webinar on marking of recreational fishing gear ๐ฃ
WHEN: 20 Jan 2026, 9:00-12:30 CET
WHO: Government officials, representatives from fishing associations & relevant national, regional & international organisations working at policy/practical levels
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05.01.2026 10:01 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Happy new year! ๐
HELCOMโs vision is a healthy Baltic Sea environment with diverse biological components functioning in balance, resulting in a good ecological status and supporting a wide range of sustainable economic and social activities. In 2026, we'll keep working toward this vision.
01.01.2026 07:00 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Hazardous substances pose a significant threat to marine ecosystems, biodiversity, and human health. A solid understanding of sources and their pathways to the sea will enable us to create targeted recommendations.
Read more in our brief for policymakers: buff.ly/fOskvCv
29.12.2025 10:01 โ ๐ 6 ๐ 2 ๐ฌ 1 ๐ 1
Embark on a Baltic Rescue! ๐คฟ
Discover the secrets of the Baltic Sea and become a โdiving detectiveโ in Baltic Rescue โ Match & Track, our new educational adventure game! ๐ฌ
๐ฎ Play for free online or download on the app stores.
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@partofnoise.bsky.social
#BalticRescueGame #GBL
25.12.2025 12:02 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Seasonโs greetings from HELCOM๐
Thank you for your continued cooperation and best wishes for a new year dedicated to protecting the Baltic Sea. ๐
p.s. You can meet all these animals in our Baltic Rescue game! Playing is the perfect way to pass time while waiting for Santa! ๐ฌ buff.ly/Iqc0Lqs
24.12.2025 06:30 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
The Baltic Sea, among the most polluted in the world, continues to grapple with eutrophication. It is not merely an environmental issue - it also poses significant social and economic risks, demanding urgent action from policymakers.
Read more in our brief for policymakers โhttps://buff.ly/PQZ2jNB
22.12.2025 10:01 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
The final HELCOM News Blast of 2025 is out! ๐ฐ
It features a recap of our recent news, publications, projects and more. Dive in! ๐คฟ
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19.12.2025 08:45 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
๐ We are hiring!
Applications are invited for the post of Executive Secretary at the Helsinki Commission Secretariat. The post, which is based in Helsinki, Finland, will become vacant on 1 February 2027.
Apply by 22 March 2026.
Vacancy announcement ๐ buff.ly/CpiN6AL
18.12.2025 08:45 โ ๐ 4 ๐ 3 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 2
โ๏ธ REGISTER NOW!
WHAT: Webinar on marking of recreational fishing gear ๐ฃ
WHEN: 20 Jan 2026, 9:00-12:30 CET
WHO: Government officials, representatives from fishing associations & relevant national, regional & international organisations working at policy/practical levels
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17.12.2025 07:01 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
We warmly welcome the HELCOM Heads of Delegation and Observers to the Eight Informal Consultation Session of the Heads of Delegation (IC HOD 8-2025).
During this meeting, the session will review and discuss various documents, offering guidance and recommendations to advance HELCOM's work.
16.12.2025 13:03 โ ๐ 3 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
The Baltic Sea is an invaluable economic resource, but only if its ecosystems are protected and restored. Years of unsustainable use and environmental degradation have led to substantial financial losses.
Read more in our brief for policymakers: buff.ly/S83Bjk8
16.12.2025 06:30 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
HELCOMโs new online game, Baltic Rescue โ Match & Track invites players to track environmental issues like eutrophication and marine litter back to their root sources.
๐คฟ Step into the role of a diving detective and use real-life tools such to restore a healthier Baltic Sea!
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15.12.2025 10:01 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Our Science in a Seashell-series briefs for policymakers offer concise, actionable overviews on key challenges affecting the Baltic Sea. They are designed to support municipal and industry policymakers in their daily work, helping them to make informed, effective decisions.
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11.12.2025 07:00 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 1 ๐ 0
๐ NEW ARTICLE
In this article, Vasileios Kouloumpos highlights the important steps HELCOM has taken in recent years toward a more coordinated, region-wide approach to tackling harmful chemicals and protecting our shared marine environment.
Read here: ๐ buff.ly/TjOE0Hb
10.12.2025 09:30 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
How the Regional Seas Programme is shaping a healthy, resilient ocean for people and nature ๐
This collection of stories from the different Regional Seas Conventions (including HELCOM) shows how they are advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet.
Explore here: buff.ly/hH7FaaC
09.12.2025 12:26 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at HELCOM when you find Santa wandering the office corridors! On Friday we held the much-awaited annual kids' Christmas party, where the next generation of marine conservationists got to visit their parents' work place and enjoy lots of fun activities.
08.12.2025 09:08 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 1
Embark on a Baltic Rescue! ๐คฟ
Discover the secrets of the Baltic Sea and become a โdiving detectiveโ in Baltic Rescue โ Match & Track, our new educational adventure game! ๐ฌ
๐ฎ Play for free online or download on the App Store.
๐ buff.ly/V4jvrEw
@partofnoise.bsky.social
#BalticRescueGame #GBL
05.12.2025 10:31 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 1
Part of Noise Games is a small Helsinki and Tokyo based studio developing games and playful projects that engage in societal discussions.
https://partofnoise.com/
Website: https://www.geomar.de/en
Imprint: https://www.geomar.de/en/impressum
#OurWorldIsTheOcean
Marine Biogeochemist | PostDoc @syke.fi Finnish Environment Institute | benthic #nitrogen cycling in #coastal systems, eutrophication dynamics, sediments, #N2O & the #BalticSea ๐
www.balticnitrogen.com
Centrum Balticum fosters the cohesion, competitiveness, and sustainable development of the Baltic Sea Region.
Horizon Europe project shaping a more resilient and inclusive Blue Economy in coastal regions. Weโre co-creating smart tools to support climate action and sustainable coastal futures across Europe.
https://www.oceanids-project.eu/
For clean air and a safe climate. Research programme focusing on climate & air quality research and social impact, based in Finland. ACCC is a Flagship programme funded by the Research Council of Finland.
Joint Research Centre - European Commission
http://easin.jrc.ec.europa.eu
We provide open access to global ocean biodiversity data.
#OBISCommunity
Agreement on the Conservation of Small Cetaceans of the Baltic, North East Atlantic, Irish and North Seas (ASCOBANS). A treaty of the United Nations. #UNEP #MigratorySpecies
Vattenresurs AB behandlar รถvergรถdda sjรถar och havsvikar genom fรคllning av fosfor i bottensediment och i vatten.
Welcome! We are an agency of the European Union ๐ช๐บ, protecting health and the environment through our work on chemical safety. Collaboration, knowledge and science from Helsinki.
๐ echa.europa.eu/home
#ChemicalSafetyEU
#ECHAscience
Vision and Strategies around the Baltic Sea - Intergovernmental co-operation on spatial planning and development of the Baltic Sea Region countries
The official account of Stockholm University. Here, we publish research findings and other news from SU, as well as updates on when our researchers appear in the media or participate in public debates. Mainly in English.
su.se/english
su.se
Conserving marine biodiversity for future generations while improving lives of local people today. Funded by German, Sweden, Norway, France and Ireland
An EU Mission Restore our Oceans and Waters project to preserve, revive and help the Baltic Sea thrive.
www.protectbaltic.eu
Making EU ocean governance more integrated, collaborative, and better optimised for the Green Deal implementation | Horizon Europe ๐ช๐บ
https://www.permagov.eu/
#ocean #marine #sea #water
We work for an attractive, sustainable and viable Norrbotten, today and in the future. We are the department of Regional Development at the Regional Council of Norrbotten.
Youยดll find us in the very north of Sweden - in the heart of Arctic Europe.