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

Ecomondo will be the stage for the BlueMissionMed Mediterranean BootCamp and the key event of BlueMissionMed, a Horizon Europe CSA supporting the European Commission for the implementation of the EU Mission “Restore Our Ocean and Waters by 2030” in the Mediterranean Sea basin.
It represents the culmination of an extensive 3-years work dedicated to stakeholder engagement, innovative solution identification and capacity building for mobilization dedicated to the common objective of water depollution in the Mediterranean basin.

Sessione Chairs

Representative of BlueMissionMed CSA Consortium
Representative of CNR (National Research Council)

Program

Focus: Knowledge Transfer & Solutions for Implementation

14.00 Welcome and Opening
Chair: CNR

Introduction to the Mediterranean Lighthouse Bootcamp at Ecomondo. Framing knowledge transfer as a strategic enabler of the Mission “Restore Our Ocean and Waters by 2030”.

Framing the Mission: Vision and Outcomes

Speakers:

Framing the Mission: Vision and Outcomes
Representative, DG RTD – European Commission

Strategic reflections on the role of local actors in Mission implementation
Representative, DG REGIO – European Commission

BlueMissionMed in Action: Tools for Transformation
Chair: CNR

Overview of the project’s architecture, Mission governance contribution, digital tools, and engagement mechanisms.

Knowledge for Action: Priorities and Solutions for the Mediterranean
Moderator: WWF
Showcase of insights from the Mediterranean Solution Report and selected case studies.
With contributions from: HCMR, CNR, Solution owners?

Key themes:

• Aligning priorities across stakeholders
• Building a shared vision for regional and national action
• Legacy pathways beyond BlueMissionMed

Solutions4Med – Pitching for Impact
Chair: ECORYS
10 high-potential solutions presented live by innovators from the Mediterranean ecosystem.

Focus:

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

Financing the Transition – A Masterclass for Scaling Up
Led by: ECORYS

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

Looking Ahead: Mission Phase II
Speaker: Representative, DG MARE – European Commission

Reflections on knowledge governance, Mediterranean cooperation, and transition to implementation.

15.45 Closing Remarks
Chair: CNR

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