Jan Verbeek

Background

About Jan Verbeek

Jan is a marine biologist with several years of experience in marine habitat protection and restoration. During his time in the United Kingdom, he worked for the Welsh environment agency as a scientific diver, monitoring marine protected areas and developing conservation management plans for EU protected habitats and species. Jan became increasingly involved in marine restoration initiatives in Portugal where he supported the rehabilitation of seagrasses and soft corals in the Arrábida marine park. As the Scientific Manager at SeaForester Lda, an environmental impact company based in Portugal, Jan is responsible for business development, managing partnerships, as well as national and international outreach and communication activities. He is driving the company's scientific research and development programs, working closely with a team of advisors and experts to develop innovative solutions to restore seaweed forests. He has also been involved in several initiatives and working groups with international organizations, such as the United Nations and Green Gravel Action Group to advance research, advocacy, and the global movement to protect and restore seaweed ecosystems.