In the presence of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco
and H.R.H. Prince Carl Philip of Sweden
Following up on the UN Ocean Conference in New York, our countries will move from words to action in facilitating the exchange of experiences and know-how in dealing with the preservation of our seas.
The Conference will focus on science, business as well as cultural activities, highlighting the links between the Baltic and Mediterranean seas
Please note that this event is invitation only.
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PROGRAMME
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OCTOBER 12
Morning:
Research Symposium on the Impact of Climate Change
on the Marine Ecosystem.
Afternoon:
High Level Business Seminar on Sustainable Shipping focusing on “The Transition towards an Economically and Environmentally Sustainable Shipping Industry – Practices and Policy Implications”.
For program and registration (mandatory), please click here:
https://www.b2match.eu/monaco-...
For any questions regarding the seminar, please contact Felicia Kron:
felicia.kron@business-sweden.se
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OCTOBER 13
Introduction
H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and H.R.H. Prince Carl Philip of Sweden
The day will be split into 3 panel discussions
Panel 1: Solutions for the Oceans
Effectively addressing the multiple and interacting pressures on the oceans require the mobilisation of diverse competencies, capacities and knowledge systems. Traditional conservation approaches, rational use of resources, innovative technologies and new partnerships, are all needed. During this session, we will explore and learn from a number of proven and scalable solutions that generate ecological,
social and economic benefits.
Speakers:
Vanessa Rothschild, H&M Conscious
Inger Andersen, International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
H.E. Mr Bernard Fautrier, Vice-President and CEO, Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation
Karolina Skog, Swedish Minister for the Environment
Lisa Svensson, Director Ocean, UN Environment
Henrik Österblom, Associate professor & Deputy Science Director, Stockholm Resilience Centre (moderator)
Panel 2: Future of Seafood
Seafood brings benefits to both human health and environmental sustainability. Increasing pressure from pollution and over-fishing as well as climate change threaten global stocks and also future potential for aquaculture. This session will discuss the future of seafood and how can we learn from each other to make changes that are needed to move towards sustainable seafood systems.
Speakers:
Patrick Rampal, President, Monaco Scientific Center
Jonas Hentati-Sundberg, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Florence Huron, Programme Coordinator, Mr.Good Fish
Sébastien Ferraz, Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Mr. Lagosta
Max Troell, Associate Professor, Beijer Institute/ Stockholm Resilience Centre (moderator)
Panel 3: The Business Case for the Oceans & Next Steps
Insights and Perspectives from leaders: The United Nations hosted the Ocean Conference in June 2017 and collected significant voluntary commitments. How do we move forward to ensure that we see change in our seas and keep the momentum through 2030.
Speakers:
Fredrik Lind, Boston Consulting Group
Tom Erixon, President CEO Alfa Laval
Manfredi Lefevre d'Ovidio, Executive Chairman, Silversea Cruises
Anne-Maria Salonius, The Bank of Åland
Lisa Svensson, Director Ocean, UN Environment
Guy Herrouin, Pôle Mer Méditerranée
Lisen Schultz, Research Fellow, Stockholm Resilience Centre (moderator)
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