Rewarded long-term environmental efforts at the Askö Laboratory

The Trosa Municipality Environmental Award is presented annually to an individual, group, or organization that has made a commendable contribution to the environment and sustainable development. This year’s citation highlights, among other things, the Askö Laboratory’s long-term work in research and education regarding the Baltic Sea environment, as well as its focus on climate change and the human impact on the sea’s ecosystems.

“Through this award, the municipality wishes to recognize the Askö Laboratory’s important contribution to a sustainable marine environment, both locally and globally,” writes the municipal council’s sustainability committee in its motivation.

 The award was presented during the National Day celebrations in Trosa and was gratefully accepted by the station’s staff members.

“The Askö Laboratory has become a key hub for marine research in Sweden, and we see this award as recognition of the contributions made by generations of researchers, technicians and staff,” said Station Manager Eva Lindell.

Since the 1960s, Askö has provided a base for research and environmental monitoring, which has created a unique opportunity to track changes in the Baltic Sea over time. Alongside the important long-term measurements available today, science and research areas are constantly evolving.

“Today, we work not only with marine ecosystems but also with issues related to the climate and the interaction between bottom sediments, the ocean, and the atmosphere. By understanding these connections, we contribute with knowledge that is important for both the environment and society,” said Eva Lindell.

Text: Isabell Stenson