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SUMMARY:One Ocean Science Congress
DESCRIPTION:A UNOC3 Special Event dedicated to Science\nCNRS and IFREMER have been tasked with organizing the One Ocean Science Congress (OOSC)\, a UNOC3 Special Event dedicated to Science\, and to provide Heads of State\, Government\, and the broader society\, with comprehensive scientific insights on the Ocean’s health and future trajectory. Science-informed decisions should enable the conservation and sustainable use of the Ocean\, optimize the solutions it offers\, and safeguard the services and benefits it provides to humanity. \nAbout the One Ocean Science Congress\nThe Congress will feature a mix of plenary sessions\, including opening and keynote speeches\, alongside parallel oral and poster presentations. To enhance interactions between science and society\, action and policy\, and to engage civil society more broadly\, ‘townhalls’ such as panels and roundtables will also be arranged. \nMore information\, including the full schedule: https://one-ocean-science-2025.org \nSome sessions not to miss\nTuesday 3 June: Presentation – The Integrated Marine Debris Observing Systems : Global monitoring to support research and decision making\nInitiated during the OceanObs’19 Conference\, where scientists highlighted the need for advancing a harmonized approach to marine debris monitoring\, the Integrated Marine Debris Observing System (IMDOS) aims to support the development of a global interoperable marine debris monitoring system. The need for comprehensive and coordinated monitoring is more relevant than ever today in the context of the Global Plastic Treaty. Thus\, the implementation of IMDOS will benefit not only the research community\, but also policy- and decision-makers and the private sector. \nAs a coordination body\, IMDOS mission is to provide guidance to lead the marine debris community in establishing a sustained global observing system covering the global Ocean Observation value chain. The observing system encompasses three complimentary approaches that inform one another: in situ observations\, remote sensing and numerical modelling\, but also covers different ocean ecosystems: from the sea surface\, coasts to open ocean\, and down to the deep seafloor. IMDOS also promotes the integration of a range of observing elements\, from citizen science initiatives to advanced technological tools\, endorsing the use of state-of-the-art techniques throughout the monitoring process. \nIMDOS’ vision entails harmonising existing framework guidelines towards globally recognized standards\, ensuring robust and sustainable monitoring of marine debris. By doing so\, future efforts will generate adequate\, FAIR (Findability\, Accessibility\, Interoperability\, and Reuse)\, and open data to fill knowledge gaps and to address diverse stakeholder needs with actionable information. \nIMDOS is organized in 11 Task Teams\, clustered into Thematic Data\, Technical Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement. A Call for Participation to join the network was launched in July 2024 and generated about 100 answers. Following that Call\, members of the Steering Committee were appointed and tasked\, at their first meeting\, to elaborate the functioning of the Task Teams. The One Ocean Science Congress will be the occasion to present IMDOS activities and foster global coordination. \nTuesday 3 June: Presentation- Leveraging Earth Observation for Sustainable Fisheries: GEO Blue Planet Fisheries Working Group’s Strategic Framework\nThe GEO Blue Planet Fisheries Working Group (FWG) is supporting sustainable fisheries resource management through advanced Earth observation (EO) technologies. Focused on addressing critical challenges like  overfishing\, climate impacts\, and illegal\, unreported\, and unregulated (IUU) fishing\, the FWG aims to fill data gaps\, improve decision-making\, and foster international collaboration. \nIts strategic framework\, outlined in the Terms of Reference (ToR)\,  prioritizes the development of interoperable EO tools that combine remote sensing (e.g. satellite imagery) and in situ observations\, and predictive models. This enables stakeholders to monitor fisheries stocks\, habitat conditions\, and ecological dynamics more efficiently and implement evidence-based decisions that protect marine resources and biodiversity​. The FWG efforts center on three key areas: stakeholder engagement\, scientific and technical cooperation\, and capacity building. By enhancing local\, regional and global capacity to use EO tools the group  supports practices aligned with global goals. \nLooking ahead\, the FWG is planning to host a workshop in 2025\, ”Earth Observation and Prediction for Global Sustainable Fisheries Management\,” to engage international organizations\, regional fisheries bodies\, and technical experts to address data limitations\, share innovative EO applications\, and enhance fisheries management practices. \nThursday 5 June: Poster – Bringing Sargassum Observation and Prediction to Decision Makers\nThe Sargassum Working Group (SWG) of GEO Blue Planet will showcase its activities\, addressing the ongoing challenges posed by Sargassum seaweed blooms across the tropical Atlantic and coastal regions. Since 2011\, Sargassum blooms have affected coastal communities\, harming tourism\, fishing\, health\, and ecosystems. The SWG is working on innovative monitoring\, prediction\, and response strategies to mitigate these impacts. By advancing remote sensing\, in situ observation\, and predictive modeling\, the group enhances real-time detection\, forecasting\, and data sharing\, following FAIR principles (Findable\, Accessible\, Interoperable\, and Reusable). \nThe SWG has been recognised as the monitoring and prediction expert group of the UNESCO/IOC and the UNEP Cartagena Convention SPAW RAC. \nKey initiatives include establishing an Integrated Observing System to coordinate data from various sources and continuing the development of the Sargassum Information Hub to centralize information on monitoring and prediction. Additionally\, the SWG is working to design community-led decision-support tools to help local stakeholders respond effectively. A priority for SWG is fostering international and regional cooperation\, advancing technical standards for data interoperability\, and engaging citizen scientists. This collaborative\, data-driven approach aims to create robust early-warning systems and deliver actionable insights for sustainable coastal management and the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals in affected regions \nMonday 2 – 13 June: European Digital Ocean Pavilion\nThe European Digital Ocean Pavilion ill offer a unique opportunity for visitors to explore EU’s advancements in ocean knowledge and monitoring. Through a series of events and exhibitions from 2 to 13 June\, attendees can discover cutting-edge EU assets and technologies. Located in the Green Zone – The Whale\, the Pavilion is organized by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS) in partnership with the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (DG RTD)\, the Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE)\, and the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA)\, with Mercator Ocean International as the implementation partner. \nLearn more: https://www.digitaloceanpavilion.eu/
URL:https://www.eu4oceanobs.eu/event/one-ocean-science-congress/
LOCATION:Nice\, France
CATEGORIES:All events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250605
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SUMMARY:Marine Knowledge at the Fingertips of our Communities: Designing Digital Twins of the Ocean Townhall at the One Ocean Science Congress
DESCRIPTION:Digital Twins of the Ocean (DTO) presents transformative opportunities for advancing sustainable ocean management. \nThe townhall\, through panel discussions and interaction with diverse stakeholders\, including scientists\, policymakers\, and community representatives\, will focus on key themes such as: \n\nSustainable Ocean Management: Participants will examine practical applications of DTOs. A case study will illustrate how DTOs can enhance decision-making by providing visual but science-based\, what-if scenarios\, enabling stakeholders to better manage fisheries\, prevent pollution\, or address climate impacts.\nObservations\, Data Ecosystems and Interoperability: Effective DTOs rely on adequate ocean observations and robust\, interconnected data ecosystems. The townhall will discuss the importance of integrating diverse data sources\, from satellite observations to citizen science. Addressing the challenge of data interoperability\, participants will explore ways to ensure that data from different sources can be harmonized and used across platforms\, enabling seamless collaboration between ocean researchers\, policymakers\, and industries.\nDTO Architecture: Technical discussions will cover the core architecture of DTOs\, including the development of scalable\, modular frameworks that can be adapted to various regions and environmental conditions. Experts will delve into the computational requirements\, highlighting innovations in cloud computing and AI that support the development of realistic and accurate DTOs.\nGovernance\, Equity\, and Capacity Building: The success of DTOs hinges on effective governance and equitable access to resources. The townhall will examine the frameworks needed to ensure transparent\, inclusive governance of ocean data and models. Special attention will be given to equity in the distribution of DTO benefits\, emphasizing capacity-building initiatives for developing countries and marginalized communities. Ensuring that all stakeholders—especially those most affected by ocean changes—can access and contribute to DTOs will be critical in promoting global ocean sustainability.\n\nThrough this townhall\, participants will collaborate on strategies to harness the power of digital twin technology\, advancing collective efforts toward healthier\, more resilient oceans for future generations. \nThe townhall is proposed jointly by the European Commission\, the DITTO Decade programme and the G7 Future of the Seas and Ocean working group
URL:https://www.eu4oceanobs.eu/event/marine-knowledge-at-the-fingertips-of-our-communities-designing-digital-twins-of-the-ocean-townhall-at-the-one-ocean-science-congress/
LOCATION:Nice\, France
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SUMMARY:UN Ocean Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference (UNOC3) to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans\, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice\, France\, from 9 – 13 June 2025. \nThe overarching theme of UNOC3 is “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean”. The Conference aims to support further and urgent action to conserve and sustainably use the oceans\, seas and marine resources for sustainable development and identify further ways and means to support the implementation of SDG 14. It will build on existing instruments to form successful partnerships towards the swift conclusion and effective implementation of ongoing processes that contribute to the conservation and sustainable use of the ocean. \nMore information including the full schedule: https://unocnice2025.org/ \nSome sessions not to miss\nTuesday 10 June: GEO Blue Planet Sargassum Side-event to UNOC3 (Green Zone)\nIn the backdrop of the UN Ocean Conference 2025 in Nice\, GEO Blue Planet organises an event to promote international action on the Sargassum crisis\, together with partners including the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS)\, UNEP Cartagena Convention’s Biodiversity Protocol (SPAW RAC)\, Trinidad and Tobago’s Institute of Maritime Affairs\, Expertise france\, ADEME\, Mercator Ocean International\, the University of South Florida. \nHeld in the Nice Mama Shelter Hotel on the afternoon of 10 June 2025\, the event will welcome about 100 invited participants to discuss the state of the art of knowledge\, the integration of all levels from its observation at sea to its valorization and synergies of actions across the region. \nMore information: https://geoblueplanet.org/events/sargassum_unoc3/ \nThursday 12 June: GEO Blue Planet Sargassum Side-event to UNOC3 (Green Zone)\nIn the backdrop of the UN Ocean Conference 2025 in Nice\, GEO Blue Planet organises an event to promote the Integrated Marine Debris Observing System (IMDOS). \nHeld in the Nice Mama Shelter Hotel on the afternoon of 12 June 2025\, the event will welcome about 100 invited participants to discuss the state of the art of knowledge\, the integration of all levels of observation and prediction and synergies of actions. \nMore information: https://geoblueplanet.org/events/imdos_unoc3/ \nMonday 2 – 13 June: European Digital Ocean Pavilion\nThe European Digital Ocean Pavilion will offer a unique opportunity for visitors to explore EU’s advancements in ocean knowledge and monitoring. Through a series of events and exhibitions from 2 to 13 June\, attendees can discover cutting-edge EU assets and technologies. Located in the Green Zone – The Whale\, the Pavilion is organized by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS) in partnership with the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (DG RTD)\, the Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE)\, and the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA)\, with Mercator Ocean International as the implementation partner. \nSessions include : \n\nMarine Pollution: Delve into discussions around SDG 14 solutions for addressing oceanic pollution\nThe EU and the Ocean value chain: Explore how space technologies foster global cooperation and informed decisions for ocean health\nThe EU and the Marine Observing Infrastructures: Learn how regional networks\, carbon monitoring\, and global indicators drive the EU’s sustainable ocean governance\n\nMore information: https://www.digitaloceanpavilion.eu/
URL:https://www.eu4oceanobs.eu/event/un-ocean-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Nice\, France
CATEGORIES:All events
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SUMMARY:8th Euro-Argo Science Meeting
DESCRIPTION:“The 8th Euro-Argo Science Meeting will be held on 23-25 September 2025\, in HCMR premises in Crete\, Greece\, as part of the Euro-Argo ONE project. It will be possible to follow oral presentations online but it will not be possible to interact with other attendees and to participate in poster/demo sessions. \nIn addition to thematic sessions featuring poster and oral presentations\, an argopy training and a Mediterranean Workshop will be organised as side events.”
URL:https://www.eu4oceanobs.eu/event/8th-euro-argo-science-meeting/
LOCATION:Crete\, Greece
CATEGORIES:All events,Our events
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