Léman, an invaluable but not infinite resource
Wed, May 27, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Espace Léman — ASL, Rue des Cordiers 2, 1207 Genève
A collaborative workshop to discover Lake Léman and its precious resources, as well as the challenges linked to their exploitation.
Ages 15 and up.
Free
Léman is a precious source of water, freshness, and quality of life. It provides a range of invaluable services that contribute to the well-being of the Lake Léman region. This lacustrine ecosystem offers both material goods and intangible resources that directly support human well-being. Its ecosystem services are diverse, ranging from drinking water supply to natural water purification processes, as well as tourism-related benefits.
However, these services are not infinite and depend on how we use them. In this workshop, participants are invited to discover the different services provided by Lake Léman and its natural resources, as well as the challenges and threats linked to their use. This collaborative and interactive activity offers a deeper understanding of the lake’s richness, the issues surrounding its preservation, and the importance of sustainable resource management.
Partner
L’association pour la sauvegarde du Léman (The Association for the Protection of Lake Geneva) (ASL) is a Franco-Swiss, non-profit, non-partisan organization with scientific expertise that is recognized as being in the public interest.
Since 1980, the ASL has worked tirelessly to safeguard the water quality of the lake and rivers in the Lake Geneva basin. Following our successful campaign against phosphates, other concerns now require our attention, such as macro-waste, microplastics, micropollutants, and invasive species. The ASL’s work is recognized by federal, cantonal/departmental, and municipal authorities, as well as by the public, for its integrity and objectivity.
The ASL is committed to protecting the ecological integrity of Lake Geneva through scientific research, practical conservation projects, and the promotion of sustainable water management. The ASL’s work covers a wide range of activities, from field operations to raising public awareness of the importance of preserving aquatic ecosystems. The ASL takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach, working with public authorities and civil society to achieve long-term environmental goals.