Blue-green algae and lake Paterswoldsemeer

The sun is shining and the temperature is rising. What could be better than cooling off in the water? But sometimes blue-green algae can really spoil the fun. What’s the deal with blue-green algae in Lake Paterswoldsemeer? You’ll find out in less than 4 minutes!

Vlog: "Blue-Green Algae and Lake Paterswold"

Marion Pot (project officer) from water authority is speaking with Inge de Vries (policy officer for water quality and water systems) from the water authority . What exactly is the situation regarding blue-green algae in Lake Paterswoldsemeer?

More information on the Paterswoldsemeer Area Program

Lake Paterswold is an important recreational area for the city of Groningen and the surrounding region. To ensure that people can continue to enjoy swimming and boating, we want a lake with clean water, good natural values, a wide variety of plants and animals, minimal blue-green algae, and without too many water plants causing problems. The water authority to improve the lake’s water quality in accordance with the Water Framework Directive (WFD).