Chisinau, December 16, 2024 – Moldova State University had the privilege of hosting a Focus Group as part of the project “Interdisciplinary Solutions for Smart and Sustainable Tourism and Services to Support Blue Growth in the Black Sea Basin (INTERSMARTS)”.
Purpose of the Event
The focus group was convened to explore and address challenges and opportunities related to sustainability and blue growth in the Black Sea Basin region.
Key Topics Discussed
Overdevelopment and Environmental Impact: Highlighting the pressures of overdevelopment on local ecosystems and strategies for mitigation.
Waste Management and Pollution Control: Exploring effective approaches to reduce pollution and improve waste management practices.
Seasonality in Tourism and Services: Tackling the economic and operational challenges caused by seasonal fluctuations in tourism.
Adoption of Innovative Solutions: Promoting the integration of advanced technologies and practices to drive sustainability and innovation in the sector.
This event brought together a diverse group of experts, researchers, and local stakeholders. Their collaborative discussions provided a rich platform for idea-sharing, aiming to identify actionable solutions to transform regional challenges into opportunities. The ultimate goal is to foster smarter and more sustainable development in the Black Sea Basin.
We extend our sincere gratitude to all participants for their dedication, expertise, and invaluable contributions, which make such initiatives a success. Moldova State University is part of this network and part of the consortium of the project BSB00332 “Interdisciplinary Solutions for Smart Sustainable Tourism and Services for Blue Growth in the Black Sea Basin” (INTERSMARTS), which is co-funded by the INTERREG NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme 2021 -2027.
