The Sustainable Eel Group (SEG) is a leading international organization dedicated to accelerating the conservation and management of the European eel. Their goal is to ensure healthy eel populations throughout their natural range, benefiting the aquatic environment and supporting sustainable use for local economies. SEG brings together the scientific, conservation, and commercial sectors to collaborate and drive positive change.

They initiate and support scientific research, conservation projects, and stakeholder commitments. SEG also provides a standard for responsible eel sourcing, ensuring traceability from source to market. Their work is guided by the critical role of science in understanding the eel stock, quantifying threats and opportunities, and facilitating communication.

Conservation efforts focus on raising awareness, running the SEG Standard, and improving eel populations through various projects. The commercial eel sector, deeply rooted in European cultural heritage, actively supports recovery through responsible sourcing, restocking habitats, and protecting migrating eels. By joining forces with SEG, they contribute to the long-term sustainability and protection of the European eel