Digital Ocean Forum 2024

Unveiling the European Digital Twin of the Ocean: Join us on June 13, 2024, for a high-level hybrid event under the Belgian presidency of the Council of the EU. Discover the prototype, co-create its future, and explore its impact on sustainability and the Green Deal.
Register for in-person attendance or online streaming. This event is organized by the European Commission with the support from Mercator Ocean International and the Flanders Marine Institute.

OVERVIEW

The Digital Ocean Forum 2024, set to take place on June 13, 2024, under the auspices of the Belgian presidency of the Council of the EU, promises to be a pivotal event in the realm of ocean sustainability. Kicking off with a scientific workshop on June 12, attendees will engage in discussions and contribute feedback essential for shaping the European Digital Twin of the Ocean (DTO), with insights from key figures like Pierre Bahurel of Mercator Ocean International.

Following this session, the main event will unveil the prototype of the European DTO, setting the stage for collaborative exploration and co-design among experts, stakeholders, policymakers, and interested citizens. President von der Leyen’s earlier announcement at the One Ocean Summit in 2022 laid the groundwork for this initiative, underlining the EU’s commitment to the Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters.

Co-organized with Mercator Ocean International and the Flanders Marine Institute, this forum will spotlight how the EU DTO aligns with the Green Deal and the UN Decade of Science for Sustainable Development. It will demonstrate the DTO’s potential to drive blue economies, support ocean conservation, and provide actionable knowledge for informed decision-making.

MORE INFO & REGISTRATION

Join us on this journey toward a healthier, more sustainable ocean ecosystem. Register now to secure your spot at this groundbreaking event.

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