Venice and its Lagoon: the MO.S.E. Project March 17, 2008

Dr. Adalberto Cortesi presents

“Venice and its Lagoon: the MO.S.E. Project”

MO.S.E. is a multi-billion dollar project designed to protect the city of Venice from flooding during high tides. The project involves using a system of inflatable flood gates to prevent seawater from flowing through Venice's three inlets into its lagoon.

Dr. Cortesi is Vice Chairman of
the Tenaris-Tamsa Group

Reception immediately following the presentation.

Admission is free for this event, which is being held under the auspices of the Consulate General of Italy.