Between swimming, transport, drinking water, and food supply, Lake Geneva provides essential services to the population of the Lake Geneva region. Traces of molasse quarrying can still be seen around the lake; these stones were notably used in the construction of many buildings in Geneva. But what is the situation today? Is there gold buried in the lakebed? Where does Alpine salt come from? What is the potential for mineral resource exploitation in the Lake Geneva region?

Welcome words by Carmen Perrin, a Geneva-based artist and member of the art-werk association’s board.

The lecture is introduced by Adrien Bonny and given by Robert Moritz.

Meet at the Maison de l'Avenir, Grottes et Saint-Gervais, Rue fendt 1.

Free, registration required

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.