BlueMissionBANOS Arena 3

26–27 Nov 2024 | Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Event agenda

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

09:15 - 11:00

Opening Session - Setting the Scene for the Mission Ocean and Waters in the Arena 3 Region

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Mission Ocean & Waters

11:15 - 13:00

Co-designing actions and guidelines to reinforce citizen engagement in the Mission Ocean and Waters

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 2 - The Space
  • Citizen Engagement/Education

This workshop will give participants an insight into the different challenges to reinforce citizen engagement and Mission uptake by citizens and will allow participants to co-design actions and guidelines to tackle them.

1 speaker

Filling the Gaps: Discussing Pathways for Effective Mission Ocean Governance - INVITATION ONLY

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 4 - The Apartment
  • Governance

This workshop will present the work of BlueMissionBANOS Governance so far and develop in a participatory dialogue actionable pathways for an effective Mission Ocean & Waters implementation in the BANOS region.

2 speakers

LCA in the blue bioeconomy: ecosystem services and carrying capacity

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 3 - The Suite
  • Blue Bio Resources

This workshop will address harmonizing methods, stakeholder engagement, and insights on ecosystem service modelling for algae systems, along with LCAs' role in green claims under the Green Claims Directive.

6 speakers

Mariparks: Derisking entrepreneurship and the sustainable blue economy

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Offshore Wind/Multi-Use

This workshop will bring together industry leaders, experts and stakeholders to strategise on upscaling ocean multi-use solutions, focusing on the combination of LTA and OWE.

2 speakers

13:00 - 14:00

Lunch

Format:In-person

14:00 - 15:45

Collaboration to enhance marine security in turbulent times

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 4 - The Apartment
  • Secure and Digital Ocean

This workshop explores actor collaboration in relation to the security of marine infrastructure at a time of rising geopolitical tension. What type of collaboration is needed to share knowledge, innovate and mitigate risks?

Connecting Seas: Cooperation and Tools for EU Marine Protected Areas

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 2 - The Space
  • Marine Protection & Restoration

This workshop brings together EU-funded projects working with Marine Protected Areas to explore the points of overlap and complementarity in the development of all types of tools becoming available for marine conservation in Europe.

2 speakers

Reconciling offshore wind and biodiversity targets: Are we on track to realise the European Green Deal?

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 3 - The Suite
  • Governance

The EU Green Deal’s targets for biodiversity and offshore renewable energy are ambitious, multilayered, and connected. Join CrossGov as we explore what options policy makers have to balance targets between offshore wind & biodiversity conservation.

4 speakers

Viable and scalable business models "Business for Blue Good"

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Business Support

This workshop explores replicable business models and collaboration between sectors to foster a blue economy while protecting waters and driving regional development in Europe.

16:00 - 17:45

Co-creating minimum requirements for Nature-Based Solutions in EU marine and coastal environments

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 4 - The Apartment
  • Marine Protection & Restoration

This workshop invites participants to help identify key risks in the implementation of NbS, and the options for mitigating them, to reduce the risk of greenwashing and guide deployment.

Demonstration of the Digital Twin of the Ocean and it capabilities

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Secure and Digital Ocean

This workshop will provide a demonstration of the pre-operational platform of the DTO and aims to create a dynamic learning environment that motivates & prepares stakeholders to fully explore the capabilities of the DTO.

2 speakers

Leading the Way: marine nature restoration advancements, challenges and needs in the North Sea region

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 2 - The Space
  • Marine Protection & Restoration

The Nature Restoration Law sets bold and ambitious goals for restoring ecosystems across the EU. The workshop will support discussions on shaping further the marine nature restoration in the region.

4 speakers

Small scale or large scale - what governance implications from Offshore Wind Energy development in the North Sea?

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 3 - The Suite
  • Governance

Large-scale offshore wind development becomes an increasing challenge for marine governance. This workshop will discuss specifically which scale is required for assessment and governance and how to address these challenges in the North Sea region.

2 speakers

18:00 - 20:00

Evening Reception

Format:In-person

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

09:15 - 11:00

Feasibility & Beyond: Investing in and Developing RAS

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 4 - The Apartment
  • Blue Bio Resources

This workshop offers practical guidance on early RAS development, focusing on energy efficiency, water usage, side streams, and industrial symbiosis, with expert insights from RAS project management.

1 speaker

Mentoring and technology exchange for supporting the regional blue bioeconomy: what do blue bio startups and companies really need?

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Business Support

Startups bring innovation to the blue bioeconomy but need mentoring, financial, and infrastructure support. This workshop will explore startup collaboration, support, and technology exchange, highlighting promising opportunities and untapped markets.

Stakeholder Engagement in Innovative Marine Solutions: Marine Conservation Management, Financing and Beyond

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 3 - The Suite
  • Marine Protection & Restoration

Effective stakeholder engagement is essential for sustainable marine management and policy implementation. This workshop will explore innovative projects in the North Sea region.

1 speaker

09:15 - 15:30

Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership Regional Workshop - Blue Economy for the North Sea

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 2 - The Space
  • Mission Ocean & Waters

14 speakers

11:15 - 13:00

The Blue on Land: Agriculture Applications of Algae Produced with Circular Resources

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 4 - The Apartment
  • Blue Bio Resources

In this workshop, we invite ground-breaking good practices and initiatives showcasing the circular value chains and share the lessons learned from their journey.

1 speaker

Upscaling Ocean Multi-Uses through Co-management and operational alignment in LTA and OWE

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Offshore Wind/Multi-Use

This workshop aims to bring together stakeholders to strategize on the upscaling of ocean collaboration solutions for multi-use solutions. Participants will explore best practices in stakeholder engagement.

3 speakers

Workshop on Environmental Advocacy and Justice

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 3 - The Suite
  • Citizen Engagement/Education

This workshop combines environmental advocacy and justice, offering teens and young adults essential skills to drive change. It provides a dynamic, practical experience to prepare them as effective advocates.

4 speakers

13:00 - 13:45

Lunch

Format:In-person

13:45 - 15:30

Blue Horizons for young Wavemakers: Exploring Career Pathways in the Blue Economy

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 3 - The Suite
  • Citizen Engagement/Education

Discover career opportunities, discuss essential skills, and network with blue innovators. Learn how to integrate interdisciplinary skills into your career development. Perfect for students, entrepreneurs, and professionals.

4 speakers

Enhancing Aquaculture Governance: Working with public authorities to improve licensing and regulatory frameworks in the North Sea

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 4 - The Apartment
  • Governance

ShapingBio is hosting a workshop on aquaculture regulation and licensing, covering challenges, best practices, and opportunities for governance improvement, with case studies from Denmark, Ireland, Germany, and insights from farmers and regulators.

3 speakers

Green messaging for blue growth: how can we communicate the sustainability benefits of algae products to customers, end users and regulators?

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Blue Bio Resources

This workshop will explore how to communicate the sustainability benefits of algae products in the context of consumer demand for more sustainable products.

2 speakers

15:30 - 17:00

Final Session - Voting on the Arena 3 Roadmap

Format:In-person
Location:Hall 1 - The Plenary
  • Mission Ocean & Waters

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