The United Nations Ocean Conference

Scaling up Ocean Action Based on Science and Innovation for the Implementation of Goal 14: Stocktaking, Partnerships and Solutions

The United Nations' Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal in Lisbon, 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 (Sustainable Development Goals). 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.

Solutions for a sustainably managed ocean involve green technology and innovative uses of marine resources. They also include addressing the threats to health, ecology, economy and governance of the ocean - acidification, marine litter and pollution, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, and the loss of habitats and biodiversity.

There is no charge to participate.

Media Accreditation
Representatives of the media can apply for early accreditation by submitting an online form, accessible at www.un.org/malu. Media applicants will be required to submit a letter of assignment from their organization, samples of their work, and a government issued identification.

Deadlines:
Pre-registration online: 12 June 2022
On-site registration in Lisbon: 23 June 2022 to 1 July 2022