Identifying where to restore is one of the most complex and important challenges in deep-sea ecosystem recovery. As global efforts such as Mission Ocean and Waters accelerate action on ocean health, the need for informed, science-based decision-making is increasingly critical.

This webinar will explore how site selection, ecological baselines, and available data can guide effective deep-sea restoration. Drawing on insights from the REDRESS project, speakers will share current approaches, practical experiences, and key uncertainties shaping restoration in these largely unexplored environments.

The session will examine how mapping tools, ecological knowledge, and emerging methodologies can support decision-making, while also addressing technical, environmental, and governance considerations. Participants will gain insight into how restoration strategies can be designed to be both effective and adaptable across deep-sea contexts.

The webinar includes keynote presentations followed by a moderated panel discussion and audience Q&A via Slido, creating space for exchange across science, policy, and practice.

Speakers and Panelists

• Murray Roberts (University of Edinburgh)
• Simone D’Alessandro (University of Edinburgh)
• Roberto Danovaro (Polytechnic University of Marche)
• Ana Hilário (University of Aveiro)
• Sabine Gollner (Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research – NIOZ)

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Event Details

• Date: 7 May 2026
• Time: 15:00 CET
• Format: 90-minute interactive webinar

This webinar is pre-approved for 1 Continuing Education Credit (CEC) for CERPs and CERPITs.