In this issue, find out more about a subject that is a major concern for Lake Geneva: algal blooms. These algal and cyanobacterial 'blooms', although natural, can sometimes proliferate excessively and unbalance the lake's ecosystem. These events, exacerbated by climate change, have a number of negative impacts on recreational activities, commercial fishing and drinking water supplies, as well as on the ecological functioning of the ecosystem. The ALGA project, presented in this review, aims to understand these phenomena and anticipate their impact. We take a closer look at this Franco-Swiss research programme, which brings together scientists and local players.
You can also find our news activities for families and the general public at theEspace Léman of the ASL (new!)A look back at autumn meetings with the public and a shock dive in Lake Geneva in the media. In our " Youth pages" Discover the wintering birds, migratory birds from Eastern Europe that stop off at the lake on their long journey south.
