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Joana Anastácio
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Marine sustainability · Blue economy

Services

Evidence-based research, advisory, training and educational content connecting marine science, sustainability and business.

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Research & Advisory

Evidence-based research and advisory support for organisations working in marine and coastal environments.

I help organisations understand marine sustainability challenges, environmental issues, risks and opportunities through structured research, analysis and evidence-based recommendations.

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Areas of support

  • Marine sustainability research
  • Marine environmental issues
  • Marine biodiversity
  • Marine pollution and marine litter
  • Sustainable marine and coastal activities
  • Sustainable marine tourism
  • Blue economy topics
  • Stakeholder research and mapping
  • Policy and background research
  • Benchmarking and case-study research
  • Sustainability risks and opportunities
  • Desk-based marine sustainability assessments

Typical outputs

  • Research briefs
  • Evidence and literature reviews
  • Background reports
  • Marine sustainability assessments
  • Issue papers
  • Stakeholder maps
  • Case-study analyses
  • Recommendations and action areas

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Training & Workshops

Interactive, science-based training connecting marine sustainability, the blue economy and business.

I design and deliver accessible learning experiences that help participants understand marine sustainability and explore its relevance to business, society and sustainable development. My training is designed for non-specialist audiences as well as learners with an existing interest in sustainability or marine topics.

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Possible topics

The Ocean & Business
Why healthy marine ecosystems matter to businesses and how ocean-related challenges can create risks and opportunities.
Introduction to the Blue Economy
An accessible introduction to the blue economy, its sectors, opportunities and sustainability challenges.
Marine Sustainability for Non-Specialists
Understanding marine ecosystems, human pressures and the importance of ocean sustainability.
Sustainable Marine Tourism
Exploring environmental impacts, marine biodiversity and opportunities for more responsible tourism.
Sustainability & Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Connecting sustainability challenges with innovation, entrepreneurship and business opportunities.
Ocean Literacy
Building understanding of the ocean and our relationship with marine ecosystems.

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Science Communication & Educational Content

Research-based content that makes marine science and sustainability clear, engaging and useful.

I translate scientific and sustainability knowledge into accessible educational and communication materials for organisations, educators and learners.

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Educational content

  • Learning modules
  • Teaching materials
  • Case studies
  • Workshop materials
  • Educational presentations

Science communication

  • Research-based articles
  • Scientific explainers
  • Evidence summaries
  • Background documents
  • Marine and environmental communication materials

Training content

  • Slide decks
  • Trainer notes
  • Participant materials
  • Learning activities
  • Supporting resources

Engagement examples

Projects can be delivered in English or Portuguese and adapted to the needs, audience and level of technical expertise of each organisation.

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    A focused research question, evidence review or research brief.

  2. 02

    A structured marine sustainability assessment or research-based advisory project.

  3. 03

    A guest lecture, interactive workshop or customised short course.

  4. 04

    A learning module, case study, presentation or science communication piece.

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.

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