Boosting technology, business models and societal engagement for the implementation of the EU Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters in the Mediterranean
- Mercoledì 6 Novembre 2024
- 14:00 - 16:30
- Memo
- Agorà Blue Economy pad. B8
- inglese
- italiano
- a cura di Ecomondo STC & BlueMissionMed CSA, European Commission, BlueMed GSOs, CNR, BusinessMed, Ecorys, FVA, CPMR-IMC, Prep4Blue, RHE-MEDiation
After one year from the launch in Rimini of the Italian HUB, BlueMissionMed CSA brings back all the Mediterranean stakeholders engaged with the EU Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030 to the Ecomondo Exhibition. BlueMissionMed, with all the co-organizers, embraces this opportunity to shorten the gap between innovative solutions and the business community, and, moreover, to enhance the business capacities to deploy innovative solutions. Demonstration activities for the innovative solutions, targeting different industrial sectors and covering the geographical variability of the Mediterranean, will be organized with the cooperation of the BlueMissionMed HUBs.
Transformative changes require profound societal engagement to be implemented. During the event, the winners of the Society4Med award will be presented to the whole stakeholder community to inspire similar activities across and beyond the Mediterranean basin. This award highlights the essential role of citizens and society in achieving the mission's goals, emphasizing the collective effort needed to restore our ocean and waters. By involving the public, fostering community initiatives, and promoting educational outreach, we aim to create a collaborative environment where every individual can contribute to the sustainability and health of our Mediterranean waters.
Additionally, after the workshop from 17:00 to 18:00, a matchmaking session will take place at the Pavillon B8 to connect solutions and interested parties to business experts and investors. The networking also allows participants to connect with the winners of the Society4Med award, aiming to inspire and encourage participation in future actions, fostering a collaborative environment for ongoing societal and environmental impact.
Session Chairs
Francesco Camonita, CPMR-IMC - BlueMissionMed CSA
Susanna Albertini, FVA - BlueMissionMed CSA
Programme
14.00 Introduction
Francesco Petracchini, CNR DSSTTA Director
14.05-14.20 Keynote speech from the EU Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030
Elisabetta Balzi, DG RTD, EC
14.20-14.30 Aims of the Event and of the BMM Project
Francesco Camonita, CPMR-IMC
14.30-15.10 Demonstration of innovative solutions for the Mediterranean community of actors for the Mission
Moderator:
Francesco Camonita
Pitch from selected solutions identified in cooperation with the 7 BlueMissionMed National Hubs (North-South Med):
RHE-MEDiation
INSPIRE (Po River case study for the Mission Ocean and Waters)
REMEDIES
UPSTREAM
15.10-15.45 Dialogue with Policy Makers on Solution Implementation
Moderator: Francesco Camonita
(In Italian, recap in English)
Roundtable of opinions and contributions with selected policymakers:
Regione Emilia Romagna
Regione Lazio (Lazio Innova)
Regione Puglia (ASSET)
Regione Sicilia (TBC)
15.45-16.15 Society4Med
Award to celebrate the best initiatives involving citizens in transformative actions implementing solutions to reduce and prevent pollution from ocean and waters.
Moderator:
Susanna Albertini
2 Inspirational case studies (WWF Med, Prep4Blue)
“Society4Med” awarding ceremony
“Society4Med” winners pitching sessions
16.15-16.25 Final remarks from the EU Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030
Andreea Strachinescu, DG MARE, EC
16.25-16.30 Conclusions by the organizers
17.00-18.00 Networking session Pavillon B8 (information will follow soon)
- Water Cycle and Blue Economy
- Evento on-site & live streaming