Report: Are EU fisheries ministers breaking the law?
In a legal review of political decisions on fisheries in the Baltic Sea, we have analysed whether fisheries ministers were legally entitled to take the decision they did on 2024 fishing quotas – despite herring stocks being at alarmingly low levels.
Deep dive: How we got the current system for allocating fishing quotas – ITQ
The former Director General of the Swedish National Board of Fisheries 14 years after the introduction of ITQs: “I failed” – Today, the extension of individually transferable quotas for the bottom trawl fishery is being investigated Fourteen years ago, the system of individually transferable quotas (ITQs) was introduced for the Swedish pelagic fishery (fishing in […]
Is there a Baltic Sea in balance?
A common pitfall is to talk about achieving a Baltic Sea in ‘balanced’, a description that several scientists strongly advise against using. But why is that? What is wrong with wanting a Baltic Sea, and other environments, in balance? Because ecosystems are not balanced – they are complex and dynamic. Believing that there is a […]
Researchers at the beginning of their careers – How has it gone?
We revisited some of the former scholarship fellows to find out what impact the programme has had on their work and careers.
Significant events in 2023, and what can we expect in 2024?
It’s challenging to put words to the past year. Perhaps the word ‘turbulent’ is appropriate? While the political unwillingness to take strong measures to protect the fish in the Baltic Sea continues, we are convinced that new knowledge will make it difficult for decision-makers to turn a blind eye. Therefore, our projects and knowledge-building programs […]
Policy document: How to preserve the Baltic Sea coasts as valuable carbon sinks
Our inland sea is a key player in climate action, sequestering large amounts of carbon dioxide in sediments and vegetation, especially along the coasts, which would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. However, coastal ecosystems are severely affected by disturbances such as eutrophication, overfishing and exploitation. Strengthening the ability of ecosystems to store carbon and […]
Six new research projects for a living Baltic Sea
Each year, BalticWaters awards grants to a number of research projects that have the potential to contribute to a healthier Baltic Sea. Read about this year’s projects here.
Deepdive: How did the herring end up on the Christmas table?
Food culture expert Richard Tellström explains how the herring ended up on our christmas food table.
Are the dead zones in the Baltic sea really dead?
BalticWaters has looked at what hides in the dead zones of the Baltic Sea and found some positive news.
Deep dive: Herring policy across the border – Sweden vs Finland part 3
Swedish and Finnish policies differ in their approach to fisheries management in the Baltic Sea. BalticWaters takes a closer look at why.
