From Knowledge to Action: Accelerating the Implementation of the Mission Ocean and Waters in the Mediterranean Region

The second day of the BlueMissionMed MED Bootcamp sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of one of the most strategic pillars of the Mission “Restore Our Ocean and Waters by 2030”: knowledge transfer. As the Mission moves from vision to concrete implementation, ensuring that research and innovation effectively reach local action is key to achieving systemic transformation. The event will showcase how strategic knowledge sharing and ecosystem collaboration can accelerate the transition toward a sustainable and resilient Mediterranean.

Participants will be guided through a journey that begins with a high-level framing of the Mission and the role of local and regional actors, followed by a deep dive into BlueMissionMed’s tools for transformation. Insights from the Operational Roadmap for a pollution free Mediterranean Sea and a live Solutions4Med pitching session will showcase tangible, innovative practices with strong potential for transferability, investment-readiness, and impact at scale. This event is designed to connect entrepreneurs, investors, foundations, philanthropists, accelerators and innovation ecosystems with actionable ideas, emerging solutions, and financing strategies for Mediterranean sustainability. The session will close with an interactive roundtable on financing frameworks and enabling conditions for uptake.

The objective is clear: to empower Mediterranean actors with the tools, connections, and strategic clarity needed to turn knowledge into action and ensure a lasting legacy through shared implementation pathways.

Session Chairs
Stefania Campogianni, WWF
Irene Alonso, Ecorys
Matteo Bocci, Ecorys
Elisa Conti, CNR DSSTTA

Program

14.00-14.10 Welcome and opening remarks
Chair: Representatives of Ecorys and WWF Mediterranean

Introduction of Day 2 of the MED Bootcamp at Ecomondo, framing knowledge transfer as a strategic enabler of the EU Mission “Restore Our Ocean and Waters by 2030”.

Framing the Mission: Vision and Outcomes
Pavel Misiga, DG RTD European Commission
Francesco Petracchini, CNR DSSTTA Director

14.10-14.40 Knowledge for Action: Priorities, Solutions and Tools for the Mediterranean transformation
Chair: Stefania Campogianni, WWF

Presentation of the BlueMissionMed Report “Depolluting the Mediterranean”, as baseline technical criteria essential for the successful transfer and implementation of innovative solutions across the Mediterranean basin. The session will feature presentations from leading projects showcasing practical examples and lessons learned.

Intervengono:
Luca Ricci, RINA - RHE-MEDiation
Representative of SeaClear 2.0

Discussions will focus on aligning technical priorities, facilitating stakeholder collaboration, and building a shared vision to accelerate regional and national action.

14.40-15.30 Solutions4Med–and BMM Support Programme

Pitching for Impact
Chair: Irene Alonso, Ecorys 

Presentation of BlueMissionMed Support Programme and pitches of the 10 high-potential solutions by innovators from the Mediterranean ecosystem. Focus:

• Scalable technologies and practices
• Nature-based and social innovations
• Transferability and investment-readiness

15.30-15.55 Financing the Transition - A Roundtable for Scaling Up
Moderator: Matteo Bocci, Ecorys

Interactive roundtable among key actors on financing frameworks, business models, and enabling conditions for solution uptake and replication across the Mediterranean. 

Speakers:
George Petihakis, HCMR - TASC-RestoreMed
Francesca Pradelli, IFAN 
Martin Styrmoe Moen, Ocean Matchers (TBC)
Yousr BEN FADHEL, BlueSeeds (TBC)

15.55-16.00 Closing Remarks
Chair:
Elisa Conti, CNR DSSTTA

Wrap-up and invitation to stay engaged in the Mission Community