2nd EU Algae Awareness Summit

16–17 Oct 2025 | Berlin, Germany

Thursday, 16 October 2025 | 16:00 - 16:30

Growing together: Government tools powering Europe's algae breakthrough

In this session, we will explore how EU, national, and regional authorities can enable algae sector growth through cross-level governance, smart licensing, local incentives, and innovation support. Short, focused pitches set the stage for dynamic round tables that invite all participants to contribute to EU4Algae toolkits, and share insights, challenges, and new ideas. The session will be moderated by Felix Leinemann, DG Mare, and Seamus Kearney.

Presenters:

  • Yas Farjad, France – National Algae Roadmap 

  • Paul van der Wielen, Netherlands – Area Passports

  • Agnese Stunda-Zujeva, Latvia, Spirula Nord

Following the presentations, Round Tables Session 2 will be facilitated.

5 speakers

  • Agnese Stunda-Zujeva

    CEO and R&D head

    SpirulinaNord

  • Felix Leinemann

    Head of Unit Blue Economy Sectors, Aquaculture, MSP

    European Commission - DG MARE

  • Yas FARJAD

    In Charge of EU and International affairs of the aquaculture sector

    DGAMPA

  • Paul Van Der Wielen

    Sr Policy officer Co-use offshore windfarms in the Netherlands

    Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food security and Nature

  • Seamus Kearney

    Conference moderator