Georgia

Discover Georgia’s environmental challenges and the steps being taken to protect the Black Sea.

Georgia

Georgia's Black Sea coast is under significant pressure from land-based pollution, including untreated wastewater and agricultural runoff carried by its major rivers. In close collaboration with the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, BBSEA is working to address these issues. Our activities will support legislative reforms and spur local creativity through the Eco-Innovation Challenge to find sustainable, long-term solutions.

Ukraine

Find out how Ukraine is preparing solutions to protect the Black Sea despite current challenges.

Ukraine

Ukraine's major rivers have a significant impact on the Black Sea, a situation now tragically compounded by pollution from war-related destruction and debris. In cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources, BBSEA will support assessments for future clean-up activities. The project is also committed to empowering Ukrainian innovators through the Eco-Innovation Challenge to build a resilient and green recovery.

Türkiye

See how Türkiye is tackling pollution to safeguard fisheries, communities, and marine life.

Türkiye

With the longest coastline on the Black Sea, Türkiye faces complex challenges from urban wastewater, industrial discharges, and agricultural nutrient pollution. In partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, our project will deliver updated policy and investment recommendations. We will also foster a new wave of green businesses through the Eco-Innovation Challenge to help protect Türkiye's vital marine ecosystems.

Moldova

Learn how Moldova is connected to the Black Sea and what’s being done to reduce pollution.

Moldova

As a key country within the major river watersheds, Moldova plays a critical role in addressing transboundary pollution from agricultural and municipal sources before it reaches the Black Sea. We are working with the Ministry of Environment and the "Apele Moldovei" Agency to strengthen national water management policies. Through the Eco-Innovation Challenge, we will also support Moldovan entrepreneurs in developing solutions that have both local and regional impact.

Our Activities

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Our regional strategy stengthens national environmental policy and empowers innovators to create sustainable solutions.

To explore bringing this program to another country, please get in touch with our team: bbsea.contact@unops.org.

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The Pollution Challenges of the Black Sea

The Black Sea is a unique and sensitive ecosystem, vital to the economy and culture of six countries. However, it faces severe environmental pressures that threaten its future. BBSEA is dedicated to tackling these challenges by fostering targeted innovation and regional cooperation. Here are the four key areas of concern we are addressing:

Our Vision for Innovation

Our vision is a Black Sea where scientific innovation and entrepreneurial spirit are the primary drivers of environmental recovery and economic prosperity. BBSEA acts as a catalyst, connecting research with market needs; an accelerator, providing funding and support to turn ideas into scalable impact; and a bridge, fostering collaboration across borders, sectors, and disciplines.

Fortunately, we are not the only ones promoting innovation in the Black Sea area. Let us introduce you to the key players in the region. Together, we are building an ecosystem where technology serves ecology and economy, hand-in-hand.