OECD at 2022 UN Ocean Conference

28 June 2022 Lisbon, Portugal

The United Nations Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal, comes at a critical time as the world is seeking to address the many of the deep-rooted problems of our societies laid bare by the COVID-19 pandemic and which will require major structural transformations and common shared solutions that are anchored in the SDGs. To mobilize action, the Conference will seek to propel much needed science-based innovative solutions aimed at starting a new chapter of global ocean action.

OECD side-event "Sustainable Ocean Economies that can drive a Blue Recovery and Sustainable Development" will provide an opportunity to discuss the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis on the ocean economies of small island developing states. It will explore how existing ocean economy sectors can be restarted more sustainably and how new, sustainable opportunities from the ocean economy can be seized, giving impetus to a more sustainable, resilient and inclusive recovery. This event will provide an opportunity to investigate and discuss countries’ practical experiences, potential barriers, enabling actions and new initiatives to facilitate a sustainable blue recovery. Focus on new initiatives will include the UNEP Sustainable Blue Economy Transition Framework, and the Blue Recovery Hub of Fiji, a collaboration between the OECD, World Economic Forum and Friends of Ocean Action. New initiatives will also include the G20 proposal for a Global Action Plan for a Blue Recovery.

This event will see the official launch of the Fiji Blue Recovery Hub report: "Towards a Blue Recovery in Fiji“. The Blue Recovery Hub of Fiji is a collaboration between the OECD, Friends of Ocean Action, and the World Economic Forum.

Programme outline:

Welcome and introductory remarks

Presentation of the Fiji Blue Recovery Hub report: Towards a Blue Recovery in Fiji

High-level panel discussion: impacts of the COVID-19 and new initiatives for a blue recovery and sustainable ocean economies

Discussion with the audience

Conclusions and closing

VENUE

Altice Arena, Lisbon, Portugal

FULL AGENDA

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CONTACT

[email protected]

UNOC INTERACTIVE DIALOGUES

UN interactive Dialogue #3: “Promoting and strengthening sustainable ocean-based economies, in particular for Small Island Developing States and Least Developed Countries”, Tuesday 28th June, 10:00 am Venue: Interactive Dialogue Room

(OECD to intervene) See details and Agenda for ID#3 in the official programme

To find out more, contact: Piera Tortora (DCD) [email protected]

UN interactive Dialogue #4: “Making fisheries sustainable and providing access for small-scale artisanal fishers to marine resources and markets”, Wed 29 Jun 2022, 3.00 pm Venue: Interactive Dialogue Room

(OECD to intervene) See details and Agenda for ID#4 in the official programme

To find out more, contact: Rebecca Belochi (ENV) [email protected] and Claire Delpeuch (TAD) [email protected]

UN interactive Dialogue #8: “Leveraging interlinkages between Sustainable Development Goal 14 and other Goals towards the implementation of the 2030 Agenda”, 1 Jul, 10.00-13h Venue: Interactive Dialogue Room

(OECD as one of the two Lead Discussants) See details and Agenda for ID#8 in the official programme
To find out more, contact: Claire Jolly (STI) [email protected]

UNOC SIDE EVENTS (In chronological order)

Localizing Action for the Ocean: Local and Regional Governments Special Event, Saturday June 25, 10:00, Matosinhos
This Special Event will create an opportunity for local and regional governments and their networks, national governments, and other stakeholders to exchange experiences and good practices of SDG 14 implementation at the local level. It will be a space for local and regional governments and other stakeholders to announce specific Ocean Action Commitments. Additionally, it will facilitate a discussion on opportunities and initiatives that can support sustainable adaptation for coastal cities and regions, including financing innovation and scaling up Ocean protection.
See details and Agenda
To find out more, contact: Oriana Romano (CFE) [email protected]

All hands on deck: Accelerating Solutions to End Plastic Pollution, Monday June 27, 13:30 - 14:45, Venue: Committee Room
Co-organised by the OECD, Government of Chile, Government of the United Kingdom, UNEP, The World Bank, Global Plastic Action Partnership (World Economic Forum), Ocean Plastics Leadership Network, Plastic Oceans International, Searious Business, this session will bring together governments, private sector and civil society involved in developing tools and strategies needed to implement a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution
See details and Agenda
To find out more, contact: Rebecca Belochi (ENV) [email protected]

Preventing Marine Plastic Pollution through Development Cooperation and Women’s Empowerment, Tuesday June 28th, 13:00-14:15, Venue: virtual event
Co-organised by the OECD, U.S. Agency for International Development, Circulate Capital, Tetra Tech, Indonesia.
See details and Agenda
To find out more, contact: Piera Tortora (DCD) [email protected]

Sustainable Ocean Economies that can drive a Blue Recovery and Sustainable Development - Launch of Fiji Blue Recovery Hub report, Tuesday June 28th, 16:00– 17:15, Venue: Side Event Room 1
Co-organised by the OECD in collaboration UNEP, Friends of Ocean Action, and the World Economic Forum, this event will highlight new initiatives to foster a blue recovery and sustainable development through a more sustainable use of the ocean, and will launch the Fiji Blue Recovery Hub report.
To find out more, contact: Piera Tortora (DCD) [email protected]

Seabed mapping and marine data supporting multifunctional spatial planning, 28 June 11:30-12:45 Venue: Side event room 2
This event will explore how seabed mapping and marine data - including real world cases, challenges and innovations - can contribute to a multifunctional use of the ocean. Organizers: SEI, International Hydrographic Organization, Sweden, United Kingdom, IOC UNESCO, African Union Commission.
See details and Agenda
To find out more, contact: James Jolliffe (STI) [email protected]

Public-private partnerships to share knowledge and resources for impactful solutions to address marine pollution, 29 June, 10:00-11:15 Venue: side event room 1
Governments, science-driven organizations and corporates highlight policy, technology, CSR and on-the-ground solutions to address all sources of marine pollution in aquatic systems and on land. Organised by GGGI, Fondation de la Mer, UN Global Compact Brazil, and the Ocean Cleanup.
To find out more, contact: Claire Delpeuch (TAD) [email protected]

Solutions and partnerships to promote sustainable fishing and strengthen implementation of international instruments to prevent, deter and eliminate IUU fishing, 29 June, 11:00-12:45 Venue: Palacio de Penafiel, R. de São Mamede 21, 1100-534 Lisboa
Join the Marine Stewardship Council, the Government of Indonesia FAO, PEW and CPLFP, Chile and OECD to discuss the role of partnerships, markets and science in overcoming obstacles to sustainable fishing for developing economy and small-scale fisheries
To find out more, contact: Claire Delpeuch (TAD) [email protected] and Will Symes (TAD) [email protected]

Ensuring the stewardship of seabed mineral resources and the protection of the marine environment of the Area for the benefit of humankind, 29 June, 13:15– 14:30 Venue: Interactive Dialogue Room
This event is expected to highlight the efforts engaged by the international community to establish strong partnerships in ocean matters in support of the achievement of the 2030 Agenda particularly in relation to the stewardship of seabed mineral resources and the protection of the marine environment of the Area for the benefit of humankind.
See details and Agenda
To find out more, contact: Claire Jolly (STI) [email protected]

Advancing women empowerment and leadership in marine scientific research to support inclusive sustainable ocean governance, 30 June, 8h-9h30 Venue: Hotel Olissipo Oriente, Room Pequim B
This side event will provide a unique opportunity to demonstrate concrete actions towards women empowerment and leadership in marine scientific research through collaborative efforts and transformative partnerships.
See details and Agenda
To find out more, contact: Claire Jolly (STI) [email protected]

Fostering multi-stakeholder partnerships and regional cooperation for SDG14, Wednesday 29 June, 14:30-15:45, Venue: Room 1
Co-organised by the Ministry of Environment, Government of Sweden; Italy - Ministry for Ecological Transition; Government of Mauritius; Slovenia – Ministry of the Environment and Spatial Planning; Partnership for Regional Ocean Governance (IASS, IDDRI, TMG), this event highlights successful examples e.g. collaborative MPAs and identifies opportunities for action and how multi-stakeholder partnerships and regional cooperation are cornerstones for achieving SDG 14.
To find out more, contact: Piera Tortora (DCD) [email protected]