New series of videos on the biodiversity of Lake Geneva
We are delighted to present Stand up Paddle, our new series on the biodiversity of Lake Geneva, hosted by comedian Thibaud Agoston. In the first episode, find out more about the feathered creatures that live on the shores of Lake Geneva. Visit our YouTube channel to discover the series.
Motocross on the shores of Lake Geneva, letter to the Haute-Savoie authorities
Several associations working to protect the environment in France, including ASL, have written to the Haute-Savoie authorities to express their astonishment at the practice of motocross on the banks of Lake Geneva. (link to the letter)
Reflections of the ASL on the two Swiss initiatives "WITHOUT SYNTHETIC PESTICIDES" and "CLEAN WATER" submitted to a popular vote on 13 June 2021
The ASL supports any approach aimed at sustainably reducing contamination of water and soil by synthetic pesticides. It believes that we need to work with the professionals concerned - producers, distributors and users - to find ways of minimising all forms of pollution that could adversely affect water quality, such as synthetic pesticides, but also other micro-pollutants and micro-plastics. THE ASL [...]
The emotions of the lake
Photo: Kai Taimsalu We've experienced a lot of emotions in our homes recently. Some are good, others a little less so. During this period of confinement, the ASL suggested a little philosophical, even meditative, exercise to express what the lake evoked in you. You shared your thoughts with us [...]
Lake Geneva - source of life, a fun and educational booklet ideal during periods of confinement
In this period of confinement, we are offering you a fun and educational booklet for your children. This booklet is based on the children's pages of our quarterly Lémaniques. You'll find a variety of subjects, with an informative section, a game and a question asked by a child. If you too have a question on a subject [...]
News in 60 seconds
Every Wednesday we publish a news item on Lake Geneva to read in 60 seconds. We invite you to browse the latest news on our 60 seconds tab. The latest news item is about freshwater eels. Are there any in Lake Geneva? We'll let you find out for yourself.
Support the Museum of Geneva's study of duck fleas!
Beach alert! The Museum of Geneva wants to carry out a study on duck fleas, to find out more about the biodiversity of parasites in Lake Geneva and their importance in the lake ecosystem. The aim of the study is also to develop an information system to alert bathers to the presence of duck fleas.
