ICOE OEE 2026

ICOE OEE 2026

5 – 7 Oct 2026 | The Hague, Netherlands

Monday, 5 October 2026 | 11:00 - 12:15

Overcoming regulatory barriers

Track:Track 3: A supportive ecosystem for ocean energy development

Regulatory uncertainty, especially around marine spatial planning, consenting, permitting and access to finance, is a common barrier to ocean energy development. Showcasing various concrete examples, panellists will present replicable, collaborative solutions and adaptive policies to support the development of ocean energy projects from design to decommissioning.

5 speakers

  • PhD Researcher

    University of Galway

  • Project and Strategy Manager

    Bluespring

  • Senior Project Manager

    Marine Energy Wales

  • Innovation and International Research Programme Manager

    The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)

  • Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs and Compliance

    Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy (FORCE)