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The Blue Pacific has repeatedly conveyed to the world the vital importance of the ocean to its peoples - their identity, culture and livelihoods. Since UNFCCC COP23, the Pacific has stepped up advocacy to leverage the consideration of the ocean-climate nexus within the UNFCCC Processes and continues to build alignment between ocean-climate-biodiversity challenges. This high-level…
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This interactive session brings science and storytelling together to explore how we can better listen to the ocean. Featuring films and discussion on environmental DNA, biodiversity, and climate change, it highlights how creativity and innovation can reveal new ways of understanding and protecting marine life in a rapidly changing world.
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To stem the tide of the global climate crisis, we need to shift away from our fossil fuel-based economies. But this is not enough. We must also develop methods to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Because of its large capacity for storing carbon, marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) must be considered, including in the…
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The interconnection between the Amazon Basin and the ocean is not always clear or widely reported, but many researchers, journalists and local communities are starting to join the dots. Join us for a discussion moderated by The Pulitzer Center's ocean editor and fellow reporters who have covered mangroves and pollution in Brazil, academics who are… |
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The Blue Pacific has long been a global leader in ocean stewardship and climate diplomacy. This event will showcase Pacific-led ocean-climate solutions and identify opportunities to invest in Pacific solutions as global solutions through the region's 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent and established regional mechanisms.
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The One Ocean Science Congress organized by IFREMER and CNRS in June 2025 in Nice, France, was the first ever UN Ocean Conference Special Event dedicated to Science. Representing the global community of ocean scientists committed to truth, knowledge and the common good, the OOSC delivered vibrant recommendations to heads of State and civil society,…
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Macroalgal ecosystems—especially seaweed beds, kelp forests, seaweed farms, and mangroves—are fast-cycling coastal carbon engines. As nature-led, low-risk climate-repair options, they require rigorous MRV and lifecycle checks, and should be assessed alongside other climate interventions and solutions. Together with our global partners, its an effort to demonstrate how these different climate solutions could be assessed and…
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The ocean plays a vital role in regulating Earth's climate, yet new scientific approaches to address climate change in marine environments raise complex ethical, governance, and equity concerns. This panel explores how AGU's Ethical Framework for Climate Intervention Research can guide responsible ocean-based research, emphasizing justice, transparency, inclusive engagement, and ecological integrity in both science… |
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The event introduces the Neptune Mission - a new global initiative launched at UNOC3 to accelerate ocean exploration and support its sustainable governance. Focusing on Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, Neptune brings together research fleets, scientific institutions, and philanthropic partners. The purposes are to advance ocean observations, data sharing, and capacity building, underpin the High Seas Treaty,…
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The cross-cutting role of oceans in promoting sustainability, including the ocean-climate nexus, relies heavily on scientific foundations that need strengthening and diversification. This requires sustained and innovative funding schemes tailored to specific needs. The panel will bring together globally relevant institutions to share the challenges and strategies for promoting the science we need, both during…
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This session explores how Marine Protected Areas safeguard climate sinks, protect biodiversity, and build resilience in a changing ocean. Through examples of leadership and collaboration, it highlights how protection of marine ecosystems supports climate regulation and ocean health.
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In this student-led panel, Scripps Institution of Oceanography researchers will share their perspectives on the most pressing issues facing our ocean and what we would like to see come out of COP30. Drawing on diverse backgrounds in oceanography, marine biology, chemistry and climate science, the panelists will highlight the most urgent issues that demand attention…
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As U.S. climate policy shifts, researchers and institutions worldwide are stepping up to sustain momentum. This panel highlights efforts to preserve the scientific foundation of climate resilience, including a new AGU–AMS journal initiative and U.S. contributions to the IPCC AR7. It underscores the critical role of international collaboration and scientific continuity in advancing global climate… |
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Offshore wind and electricity grids are vital to tripling global renewable energy, but they must advance in harmony with ocean life and coastal communities. This session, organised by GINGR, the Global Initiative for Nature, Grids and Renewables, explores how shared, science-based ocean metrics can help governments, industry, and financiers align offshore renewables with Nature- and…
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The ocean is profoundly affected by climate change and a source of solutions. To stay within 1.5°C, the IPCC has confirmed that carbon removal is needed. Ocean scientists, policy experts, and government representatives will discuss how to align scientific research with robust safeguards for oCDR. The conversation will review emerging monitoring frameworks and policies, and…
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This event will explore how soil- and marine-based carbon sequestration solutions can be scaled and financed across agriculture, forestry, and ocean-based approaches. With the blue economy emerging as one of the fastest-growing sectors worldwide, the discussion will focus on designing financial mechanisms that support sustainable ocean initiatives, address loss and damage needs, and incentivize private-sector…
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Accelerating loss of ice, glaciers, snow, and permafrost is raising seas, disrupting circulation, deepening acidification, and fueling extremes. In our session we are trying to traces these ocean impacts and converts evidence into COP30 policy pathways—adaptation and the GGA, Article 6, and Loss & Damage—braiding insights from the Arctic, Himalaya, and South America to spark… |
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To limit global warming, greenhouse-gas emissions need to be reduced drastically. To balance hard-to-abate emissions, a range of marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) approaches are envisaged. They can also contribute to Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) – most specifically as part of the Blue NDC Challenge – and other goals addressed at COP30. The event discusses…
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What will it take to turn ambition into action for ocean health? This COP30 panel brings together leaders from shipping, government, finance, science, and conservation to explore the ideas, investments, and partnerships driving change. Our panel will share how collaboration, innovation, and accountability can protect marine biodiversity and steer global shipping toward a sustainable, resilient…
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Collaboration between key partners can bring hands-on experience in climate-resilient solutions. In this session, we aim to bridge the gap between financial mechanisms and on-the-ground delivery of sustainable blue economy initiatives. Drawing from projects that combine marine infrastructure with nature-based solutions, such as mangrove restoration and coastal protection, we can show how blended finance and…
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This panel will address the technical, regulatory, and infrastructure challenges that are needed for commercial scale readiness of marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) solutions, focusing on the role of data-driven science, industry partnerships and international collaboration.
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There is a trillion-dollar investment opportunity in the regenerative and sustainable blue economy. Coming from the UN Ocean Conference, there is a wave of momentum to scale finance from beachfront to boardroom. This event will show where finance can be activated across the capital stack for the Ocean, highlight community innovations and connect finance leaders… |
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Co-hosted by the French Banking Federation (FBF) and Paris Europlace / Institut de la Finance Durable (IFD), this high-level dialogue will explore how financial systems can better integrate ocean health within global sustainable finance frameworks and SDG implementation. The session will examine how the protection and sustainable use of marine ecosystems can be reflected in…
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This session showcases how ocean monitoring technologies are critical for understanding and mitigating marine hazards. Experts will use real-time data (satellite to autonomous vehicles) to track heatwaves and oil spills. The session explores how this same data monitors the ocean's carbon budget and informs nature-based climate solutions, like protecting blue carbon ecosystems. This demonstrates the…
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The ocean is changing faster than our ability to understand it—reshaping climate, biodiversity, and disaster risk. How close are we to building the global ocean intelligence network needed to keep pace and guide science-informed decisions at every level? As the Ocean Decade reaches its halfway point, this panel of cross-sectoral experts will assess progress, identify…
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Panel on building climate-resilient fisheries. Experts will explore how overfishing and climate shocks interact, including marine heatwave impacts on recruitment and mortality, habitat buffering effects, and vulnerable life stages. Discussion will close with adaptive harvest strategies, refugia-based MPAs, and early warning systems.
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National Safeguards Recommendations developed in Brazil will be launched in this panel to highlight how IPLCs in Brazil are rights holders in the blue carbon agenda. The country, home to the second largest mangrove carbon sink, is building pathways to show how inclusive blue carbon actions can support climate justice and strengthen equitable Blue NDCs. |
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The screening (excerpt) of "Ouro Negro é a Gente" (Black Gold is the People) (premiered at Sao Paulo Biennale 2025) by Brazilian artist Aline Baiana will be followed by an open fishbowl discussion that brings together artists, activists, fisherwomen, environmental advocates, and cultural practitioners to reflect with the audience on how interdisciplinary Ocean Literacy projects…
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The upwelling region off West Africa is one of the most productive and biodiverse marine ecosystems in the world, supporting about 200 million people. But little is known about its current state and future development. To support sustainable management in the face of climate change impacts, the research mission FUTURO is developed collaboratively by stakeholders…
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Africa is a global leader in innovative ocean-climate solutions. This high-level session will convene leaders from across the region and beyond to elevate key success stories, opportunities and challenges facing Africa's ocean-climate agenda. In 2026, the Our Ocean Conference hosted by Kenya represents a critical opportunity to showcase and accelerate this leadership. In this session…
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Ocean Acidification and Alkalinity Enhancement: Global Case Studies on Impacts & Local Opportunities
Ocean Acidification and Alkalinity Enhancement: Global Case Studies on Impacts & Local Opportunities
As the ocean absorbs atmospheric CO2, acidification threatens coral reefs, fisheries, and coastal communities worldwide. This session presents the latest science on these impacts alongside global case studies examining the potential role of ocean alkalinity enhancement in supporting adaptation strategies for vulnerable coastal communities. Scientists, government representatives, and ocean advocates will share diverse perspectives and…
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In this interactive workshop, participants will probe the path toward integrating state-of-the-art science into coastal resource management. Through 3 case studies, speakers will highlight how research can inform resilient decision-making. Guided discussions will identify management strategies that apply science on tiered timescales from days to decades. Attendees will gain insight into coastal research, management implications,… |
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Round table: in tropical areas, the impact of climate change is unfavorable to fisheries production, but due to a lack of data, quantitative prediction of species-specific impacts is impossible on the short term. Thus, the principle of climate change adaptation in fisheries is to ensure the maintenance of resources, ecosystems, and the fishing sector in…
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Ocean Accounts integrate ecological, economic, and social data, providing a framework to inform policymaking, investment, and trade-off decisions. One of the world's largest maritime nations, Portugal was among the first countries to create an Ocean Satellite Account and is now developing a Marine Ecosystem Services Account, coordinated by IPMA, with Statistics Portugal. In the spirit…
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At COP30's Ocean Pavilion, Indonesia leads a global call to drive change through blue carbon action. Moderated by GGGI's Malle Fofana, the session brings together Indonesia, Korea, Canada, and the Oak Foundation to forge coalitions and finance pathways that advance ocean–climate solutions and scale up global impact.
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Predictions of tropical cyclone (TC) tracks have improved over decades. Predictions of TC intensity lag behind. Strongest TCs tend to be underpredicted. We show that interactive account of wind waves reduces errors of numerical reforecasts by more than 90% (!). More lives will be saved, particularly in a warmer climate, if oceanographers and meteorologists work… |
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Global cooperation is vital to ocean understanding and today's challenges such as climate change, overexploitation and geopolitical shifts reinforce the urgency of this need. Yet, achieving meaningful cooperation is increasingly complex. This session explores evolving collaboration across sectors, shares best practices, and identifies strategies to overcome barriers. It highlights global initiatives and promotes ocean justice,…
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Coral Reefs at the Climate–Action Frontline: Science, Finance and Communities for a Resilient Future
Coral Reefs at the Climate–Action Frontline: Science, Finance and Communities for a Resilient Future
Coral reefs are vital to people and nature, yet they sit on the front line of the climate crisis and urgently need emissions cuts and scaled nature-based adaptation. This event gathers government representatives, IPLCs, scientists and NGOs to advance delivery from COP30 to COP31 through reef-positive finance, inclusive governance and locally grounded science. It will…
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Climate change is harming marine ecosystems and blue economies through rising sea temperatures, stronger storms, and droughts that disrupt fish habitats and livelihoods. Pollution, overfishing, and weak management worsen vulnerabilities. Effective action requires building capacity, local adaptation, financing access, and integrating climate measures into blue economy policies. Innovation, cooperation, and fair benefit sharing are key…
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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Advancing Ocean Science Sustainability and Climate Adaptation
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Advancing Ocean Science Sustainability and Climate Adaptation
This panel explores how AI revolutionizes ocean science and conservation. Experts demonstrate AI solutions for: Sustainable Fisheries (ML for tracking and anti-poaching efforts), Biodiversity (species identification and habitat health), Climate Resilience (predictive heatwaves/storms), and Pollution Mitigation (AI robots and drones). AI also supports Marine Strategic Planning by synthesizing vast data for optimal resource allocation and…
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At the heart of all ecosystems on Earth is an invisible network of micro-organisms that support food webs and underpin the ecosystem services upon which we and our planet depend. Microbes inhabit all parts of the planet – from the land to the ocean, they recycle nutrients, fuel roughly half of global carbon fixation through… |
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Women leaders from Latin America and the Caribbean unite to champion ocean justice. Indigenous and young women voices share their struggles and innovations in protecting marine life and coastal livelihoods. The event calls for gender-transformative policies that advance equity, resilience, and inclusive ocean governance amid the climate and biodiversity crises.
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As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, COP30 must mark the beginning of a new era of climate action focused on implementation. To support this shift, the Ocean & Climate Platform will unveil its new policy recommendations — developed with the 115+ members of its network. Three experts will present the pillars…
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This session explores opportunities for small-scale fisheries and seaweed aquaculture to drive climate mitigation and adaptation while strengthening livelihoods and food security. Drawing on experiences from G20, BRICS and beyond, it will highlight cooperation mechanisms, technologies, and financing to promote low-emission, resilient aquatic food systems while supporting coastal communities.
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The ocean’s soundscape underpins biodiversity and climate balance but is increasingly disturbed by human activity. This talk frames ocean noise as a critical yet neglected stressors shaping ecosystems and governance. It explores sources from ships to storms, links to climate change, and threats to species reliant on sound. Scientific insights and solutions—quieter ships, sustainable design,…
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High-level event and signing ceremony welcoming new government signatories to the Climate-Resilience Coral Reefs Commitment, the first global pledge to protect climate-resilient reefs vital for biodiversity, food, and coastal protection. The event will spotlight frontline stories, share updated science, and strengthen partnerships advancing 30x30 and global biodiversity goals. |
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Neptune Mission: Navigating the High Seas from Nice to Belém
The event introduces the Neptune Mission - a new global initiative launched at UNOC3 to accelerate ocean exploration and support its sustainable governance. Focusing on Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, Neptune brings together research fleets, scientific institutions, and philanthropic partners. The purposes are to advance ocean observations, data sharing, and capacity building, underpin the High Seas Treaty,…
Funding Strategies to Promote the Science We Need for the Ocean We Want
The cross-cutting role of oceans in promoting sustainability, including the ocean-climate nexus, relies heavily on scientific foundations that need strengthening and diversification. This requires sustained and innovative funding schemes tailored to specific needs. The panel will bring together globally relevant institutions to share the challenges and strategies for promoting the science we need, both during…
Protecting Ocean Ecosystems: Marine Protected Areas Essential Piece in Climate Change Resilience
This session explores how Marine Protected Areas safeguard climate sinks, protect biodiversity, and build resilience in a changing ocean. Through examples of leadership and collaboration, it highlights how protection of marine ecosystems supports climate regulation and ocean health.
Top 5 Ocean Action Items to Watch at COP30
In this student-led panel, Scripps Institution of Oceanography researchers will share their perspectives on the most pressing issues facing our ocean and what we would like to see come out of COP30. Drawing on diverse backgrounds in oceanography, marine biology, chemistry and climate science, the panelists will highlight the most urgent issues that demand attention…
Tides of Collaboration: Safeguarding Ocean Climate Science Amid Policy Shifts
As U.S. climate policy shifts, researchers and institutions worldwide are stepping up to sustain momentum. This panel highlights efforts to preserve the scientific foundation of climate resilience, including a new AGU–AMS journal initiative and U.S. contributions to the IPCC AR7. It underscores the critical role of international collaboration and scientific continuity in advancing global climate…
Elevating Voices: Co-Designing Research with Critical Communities for Science-Policy Impact
Co-designing projects with critical partners can enable projects to be conducted equitably, align with interdisciplinary priorities, and involve communities while disseminating science to help decision-making and technical/social innovation. This open roundtable will bring together practitioners across industry, science, policy, and communities to discuss mechanisms to enhance co-design pathways for ocean-climate solutions such as ocean renewable…
Measuring What Matters: Ocean Metrics for a Nature- and People-Positive Energy Transition
Offshore wind and electricity grids are vital to tripling global renewable energy, but they must advance in harmony with ocean life and coastal communities. This session, organised by GINGR, the Global Initiative for Nature, Grids and Renewables, explores how shared, science-based ocean metrics can help governments, industry, and financiers align offshore renewables with Nature- and…
Aligning Science, Policy, and Safeguards for Ocean-based Carbon Removal (oCDR)
The ocean is profoundly affected by climate change and a source of solutions. To stay within 1.5°C, the IPCC has confirmed that carbon removal is needed. Ocean scientists, policy experts, and government representatives will discuss how to align scientific research with robust safeguards for oCDR. The conversation will review emerging monitoring frameworks and policies, and…
Scaling Land & Ocean Carbon Sequestration through Blue Economy & Finance
This event will explore how soil- and marine-based carbon sequestration solutions can be scaled and financed across agriculture, forestry, and ocean-based approaches. With the blue economy emerging as one of the fastest-growing sectors worldwide, the discussion will focus on designing financial mechanisms that support sustainable ocean initiatives, address loss and damage needs, and incentivize private-sector…
Integrating Cryosphere Science into Nature-Based Climate Strategies to Enhance Ocean Resilience
Accelerating loss of ice, glaciers, snow, and permafrost is raising seas, disrupting circulation, deepening acidification, and fueling extremes. In our session we are trying to traces these ocean impacts and converts evidence into COP30 policy pathways—adaptation and the GGA, Article 6, and Loss & Damage—braiding insights from the Arctic, Himalaya, and South America to spark…
Research for Sustainable Ocean-Based Carbon Dioxide Removal
To limit global warming, greenhouse-gas emissions need to be reduced drastically. To balance hard-to-abate emissions, a range of marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) approaches are envisaged. They can also contribute to Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) – most specifically as part of the Blue NDC Challenge – and other goals addressed at COP30. The event discusses…
Charting the Course: Collaborating for Marine Biodiversity and Ocean Health
What will it take to turn ambition into action for ocean health? This COP30 panel brings together leaders from shipping, government, finance, science, and conservation to explore the ideas, investments, and partnerships driving change. Our panel will share how collaboration, innovation, and accountability can protect marine biodiversity and steer global shipping toward a sustainable, resilient…
Financing the future of our Oceans: Bridging Climate Resilience and Local Impact
Collaboration between key partners can bring hands-on experience in climate-resilient solutions. In this session, we aim to bridge the gap between financial mechanisms and on-the-ground delivery of sustainable blue economy initiatives. Drawing from projects that combine marine infrastructure with nature-based solutions, such as mangrove restoration and coastal protection, we can show how blended finance and…
mCDR: Laying the Foundation for Commercial Scale Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal
This panel will address the technical, regulatory, and infrastructure challenges that are needed for commercial scale readiness of marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) solutions, focusing on the role of data-driven science, industry partnerships and international collaboration.
Building a Wave: Scaling Finance and Investment in the Regenerative and Sustainable Blue Economy
There is a trillion-dollar investment opportunity in the regenerative and sustainable blue economy. Coming from the UN Ocean Conference, there is a wave of momentum to scale finance from beachfront to boardroom. This event will show where finance can be activated across the capital stack for the Ocean, highlight community innovations and connect finance leaders…
Mangroves at the Edge: Bridging Forests and Oceans for Climate Resilience and Blue Carbon Integrity
This interactive session highlights mangroves as vital buffers for climate, coasts, and communities. Speakers will explore tools for Blue Carbon project development, integrated land-sea planning, and inclusive governance. Themes include MRV, benefit-sharing, carbon markets, and policy frameworks to scale finance and embed mangroves in NDCs and blue-green economic planning.
Scaling Up Blue Finance: Integrating the Ocean into Global Sustainability and Financial Strategies
Co-hosted by the French Banking Federation (FBF) and Paris Europlace / Institut de la Finance Durable (IFD), this high-level dialogue will explore how financial systems can better integrate ocean health within global sustainable finance frameworks and SDG implementation. The session will examine how the protection and sustainable use of marine ecosystems can be reflected in…
Harnessing Ocean Monitoring Technology for Hazard Mitigation and Carbon Management
This session showcases how ocean monitoring technologies are critical for understanding and mitigating marine hazards. Experts will use real-time data (satellite to autonomous vehicles) to track heatwaves and oil spills. The session explores how this same data monitors the ocean's carbon budget and informs nature-based climate solutions, like protecting blue carbon ecosystems. This demonstrates the…
Building a Global Ocean Intelligence Network – How Close Are We?
The ocean is changing faster than our ability to understand it—reshaping climate, biodiversity, and disaster risk. How close are we to building the global ocean intelligence network needed to keep pace and guide science-informed decisions at every level? As the Ocean Decade reaches its halfway point, this panel of cross-sectoral experts will assess progress, identify…
Fish for the Future: How to Build Climate-Resilient Fisheries
Panel on building climate-resilient fisheries. Experts will explore how overfishing and climate shocks interact, including marine heatwave impacts on recruitment and mortality, habitat buffering effects, and vulnerable life stages. Discussion will close with adaptive harvest strategies, refugia-based MPAs, and early warning systems.