Science, Technology and Environment Fair: “Science, Environment and Future”

June 22, 2026

On 19 May, the Science, Technology and Environment Fair took place at Escola Secundária Vitorino Nemésio, in Praia da Vitória, in a joint initiative between the Azores Environment Observatory - Angra do Heroísmo Science Centre, Escola Secundária Vitorino Nemésio, and the Terceira Island Sports Service, with the participation of the LIFE SNAILS project.

Throughout the day, the school community of Praia da Vitória had the opportunity to engage closely with several entities working in the scientific, technological, and environmental fields, fostering knowledge, curiosity, and environmental awareness.

This initiative also included the celebration of several important dates:

National Scientists’ Day

World Bee Day

International Day for Biological Diversity

World Fascination of Plants Day

The LIFE SNAILS project played a significant role in promoting environmental literacy, emphasizing the importance of conserving Azorean biodiversity and endemic terrestrial mollusc species among younger generations.

The event welcomed 459 participants, including students and teachers, reflecting the strong interest and engagement of the educational community.

Find out more about this project coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action at www.lifesnails.eu.

With the financial support of the LIFE Programme of the European Union.