Participation of the ICBSS Director General at the BBSEA Shark Tank Event
15 June 2026
On Wednesday, 10 June 2026, the ICBSS Director General, Mr. Georgios Mitrakos, participated at the Eco-Innovation Challenge (EIC) Shark Tank Event in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova, organised by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and implemented by Civitta.
The Eco-Innovation Challenge (EIC) is the flagship innovation initiative of Blueing the Black Sea (BBSEA), a GEF regional project implemented by the World Bank and executed by UNOPS. The regional challenge aimed to identify, fund, and mentor eco-innovative concepts that will contribute to reducing pollution in the Black Sea.
Mr. Mitrakos served as jury member at the official selection committee of the ‘Greater Black Sea Window’ final evaluation session by engaging constructively with applicants, providing professional feedback, and contributing to the final selection discussion. His involvement in the evaluation process assisted in determining which ideas of this specific window will be materialised and benefit the long-term environmental health of the Black Sea by receiving funding, technical assistance, and international acceleration support.
During the Eco-Innovation Challenge Shark Tank Event, and prior to the announcement of the winners, Mr. Mitrakos also participated as speaker in a fireside chat session on the theme "What does it take to turn environmental innovation into real impact?".
This working visit aligns with ICBSS’ commitment to fostering dialogue, sharing knowledge, and building partnerships to promote sustainability and development in the wider Black Sea region and beyond.
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