16.–17.9.2025
Hotel Kasnäs (Kasnäsvägen 1294)
Join us at the beautiful Kasnäs resort in the archipelago to discuss trade-offs in marine biodiversity conservation in light of the research conducted within SOS during the centre’s first year in action!
Under the overarching theme of marine biodiversity conservation, we will share preliminary results from the various SOS workpackages and case studies that examine maritime traffic, offshore wind development and environmental services in the Archipelago Sea – and more. We also invite stakeholders to offer their input as we gear towards the next phases in our research.
For broader perspectives on tackling critical challenges in ocean sustainability, we will hear keynote talks from Dr. Stefanie Ypma, Community Manager for the Sustainable Ocean Community at Utrecht University (Netherlands) and Dr. Leonardo Valenzuela Pérez, Director of International Partnerships at Ocean Visions (USA).
More details on the program will be added below during August.
PROGRAM (subject to change)
DAY 1 – TUESDAY 16.9.
8:00–9:30 Bus transport from Turku city centre to Kasnäs
9:30–10:00 Arrivals & Coffee
10:00–10:15 Opening remarks
10:15–11:30 Keynote talk
From Silos to Synergy: Enabling Transdisciplinary Collaborations for Ocean Sustainability
Stefanie Ypma
(Community Manager for the Sustainable Ocean Community at Utrecht University, Netherlands)
11:30–13:00 Lunch
13:00–14:30 Workshops I
A) Balancing marine biodiversity conservation and human activities
Chairs: Christoffer Boström (SOS, ÅAU), Magnus Hellström (SOS, ÅAU)
B) Social acceptance dynamics in marine biodiversity conservation: Governance challenges in offshore wind development
Chair: Nina Tynkkynen (SOS, ÅAU)
Speakers:
Henrik Ringbom (SOS, ÅAU)
Vilma Herronen (Energy Authority)
Thaysa Portela de Carvalho (SOS, ÅAU)
Anton Eklund (ÅAU)
14:30–15:00 Coffee
15:00–16:30 Workshops II
A) Balancing marine biodiversity conservation and human activities: Biodiversity shifts and multiple stressors at the land-sea interaction
Chair: Conny Sjöqvist (SOS, ÅAU)
Speakers:
Vespa Laine (Fern Orchestra)
Pasi Tolvanen (SOS, ÅAU)
B) Social acceptance dynamics in marine biodiversity conservation: Challenges linked to private ownership of waters
Chair: Henrik Ringbom (SOS, ÅAU)
Speakers:
Kristina Svels (Natural Resources Institute Finland)
Anton Lehtinen (Baltic Sea Action Group)
18:00–20:00 Dinner
20:00–21:30 Bus transport from Kasnäs to Turku city centre (for those needing to return to Turku for the night)
DAY 2 – WEDNESDAY 17.9.
8:00–9:30 Bus transport from Turku city centre to Kasnäs (for those arriving in the morning)
9:30–10:00 Arrivals & Coffee
10:00–11:45 Plenary session
Results from day 1 workshops:
I A) Balancing marine biodiversity conservation and human activities
I B) Social acceptance dynamics in marine biodiversity conservation: Governance challenges in offshore wind development
II A) Balancing marine biodiversity conservation and human activities: Biodiversity shifts and multiple stressors at the land-sea interaction
II B) Social acceptance dynamics in marine biodiversity conservation: Challenges linked to private ownership of waters
11:45–12:00 Break
12:00–13:15 Keynote talk
Rethinking Ocean Protection: Towards the Enhancement of Policy Coherence to Restore the Climate System and Ocean Health
Leonardo Valenzuela Pérez
(Director of International Partnerships at Ocean Visions, USA)
13:15–13:30 Closing remarks
13:30–15:00 Lunch
15:00–16:30 Bus transport from Kasnäs to Turku city centre
Please note that the event is on-site only and online participation is not possible.
REGISTRATION
Registration is open until 1 September.
Please read the following information carefully to select the right attendance option for you. Make sure to register via the link associated with your selected attendance option.
If your attendance is covered by SOS (speakers, organizers, SOS steering group and advisory board members), please register via this link!
Registration includes:
- access to all sessions in the program
- transport between Turku city centre and Kasnäs
- coffee and lunch on both days as marked in the program
Additionally, accommodation at Kasnäs Hotel (incl. breakfast) is included for attendees who select the overnight stay option. Please note that the number of available rooms is limited. To secure a room, we recommend registering well in advance!
The registration fees are free of VAT. Dinner tickets include VAT (25.5%) and are thus sold separately. On the registration form, you will be asked if you wish to also select the dinner ticket for the price of 35 €.
The reduced student price applies to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students.
ATTENDANCE OPTION |
REGULAR PRICE |
STUDENT PRICE |
LINK |
OVERNIGHT STAY(with accommodation) |
150 € |
70 € | |
DAY PROGRAM ONLY(no accommodation) |
100 € |
50 € |
