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Joana Anastácio

Marine sustainability · Blue economy

Making marine sustainability understandable and actionable.

Research, training and science communication for organisations working with the ocean. Evidence-based, accessible, in English or Portuguese.

Who I work with

  • Companies
  • Universities and educational programmes
  • Public authorities
  • Organisations and projects
Joana Anastácio speaking at a panel event

What I do

Three ways to bring marine science and sustainability into your organisation's decisions, teams and materials.

About me

I am a marine biologist and sustainability professional with a background in marine ecology, sustainability and education & training. My work sits at the intersection of marine science, sustainability, business and education, helping organisations and learners understand complex marine and sustainability topics and translate knowledge into practical insights, learning experiences and meaningful action.

Selected experience

Examples of my work, from university courses and corporate training to a maritime decarbonisation project.

Training

Sustainability Training — Higher Education

Delivered a 90-minute session in English for university students with little or no previous knowledge of sustainability.

  • Designed the session structure
  • Developed the presentation and learning materials
  • Delivered the session in English
  • Adapted the content to a non-specialist student audience

Outcome: 90-minute session designed and delivered in English for a non-specialist audience

Training

Sustainability Short Course — Higher Education

Designed and delivered a 15-hour sustainability course in English for university students.

  • Course design
  • Development of teaching materials
  • Content research
  • Classroom delivery
  • Facilitation and discussion

Outcome: 15-hour course designed and delivered in English

Training

Corporate Training

Delivered sustainability training for Portuguese companies.

  • Adapted sustainability concepts for professional and non-academic audiences

Outcome: Sustainability training delivered to Portuguese companies

Project lead

Maritime Decarbonisation — Project Lead

Professional experience working on a project focused on the decarbonisation of the maritime sector, involving interaction with private-sector stakeholders, public authorities and policy.

  • Policy briefs
  • Terms of reference

Outcome: Technical outputs including policy briefs and terms of reference

Areas of expertise

  • Marine Ecology
  • Marine Biology
  • Marine Biodiversity
  • Marine Pollution
  • Marine Litter
  • Marine Conservation
  • Marine Tourism
  • Sustainable Development Goals
  • Blue Economy
  • Sustainable Business
  • Sustainable Tourism
  • Environmental & Social Sustainability
  • Research & Analysis
  • Training & Facilitation
  • Scientific Communication
  • Educational Content
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Policy Research
  • Workshop & Webinar Design

How it works

  1. 01

    A conversation about your needs

    We start with a short call to understand your context, your audience and what you want to achieve.

  2. 02

    A clear proposal and scope

    You receive a written proposal with scope, format, timeline and language, adapted to your level of technical expertise.

  3. 03

    Delivery adapted to your audience

    Research, training or content is delivered in English or Portuguese and adjusted to the needs and level of your organisation.

Let's work together

I offer flexible project-based support, from focused research assignments and guest lectures to customised workshops, educational content and broader marine sustainability assessments. Projects can be delivered in English or Portuguese and adapted to the needs, audience and level of technical expertise of each organisation.