Driving Ocean Conservation and Climate Action at COP28 in Dubai

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, under the leadership of HSH Prince Albert II, is set to make a meaningful contribution at COP28 in Dubai from December 1st to 4th, 2023. Dedicated to addressing urgent environmental challenges, the Foundation is actively engaging experts, policymakers, and advocates in discussions on global climate change and conservation efforts. The focus will be on facilitating collaboration and dialogue to propel collective action towards a sustainable future.

A highlight of the Foundation's involvement is its proud partnership with the Ocean Pavilion. This collaborative effort brings together leading ocean scientists, engineers, philanthropists, and policymakers to underscore the critical role of the ocean in Earth’s climate and the quest for effective climate solutions.

Discover the Foundation's comprehensive programme of events during COP28:

December 1^st , 2023:

Ocean Innovators Platform Roundtables (9 AM - 4 PM, St Regis, by invitation only):

• The Great Blue Wall: Protecting and restoring marine ecosystems at scale
• Marine CDR: Deep dive into emerging solutions
• Green Shipping: Leveraging innovation to propel the industry's transition

Co-hosted by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, 1000 Ocean Startups, and Community Jameel, with the support of Sustainable Ocean Alliance, Solar Impulse Foundation, Builders Vision, Una Terra, Climate Impact, Systemiq Capital, and Blue Action Lab.

Building the New, Blue Economy: Investing for Sustainable Oceans and Climate (5 PM - 6:30 PM, St Regis, by invitation only)
Co-organizers: Global Fund for Coral Reefs, Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, Pegasus, Race Resilience, UNCDF

OceanXplorer Reception: Fostering Ocean Innovation (6 PM - 9:30 PM, Dubai Harbour, private event)
co-organizers: Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, OceanX and World Economic Forum

December 2^nd, 2023:

Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement: A Guide to Responsible, Transparent, and Inclusive Research (8 AM - 9 AM, Ocean Pavilion, Blue Zone)
Co-organizers: Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, GEOMAR, CNRS, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, OACIS Initiative, ClimateWorks Foundation

The Role of Environmental Philanthropy in the Implementation of UN Process (9 AM - 12:30 PM, Science for Climate Action Pavilion, Blue Zone)
Co-organizers: Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, Philanthropy Cortés Solari, MERI Foundation, Scientific Centre of Monaco, Velux Foundation, IPCC, UNEP, World Meteorological Organization

Sea of Change: Advancing Sustainable Solutions to Combat Plastic Pollution and Protect Blue Economies in the Mediterranean Sea (11 AM - 12 PM, Ocean Pavilion, Blue Zone)
Co-organizers: Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

Ocean Innovators Platform High-Level Meeting (5 PM - 6 PM, Jameel Arts Center, by invitation only):

• Blue Capital: Investing for Impact in Ocean Innovation
  

Co-hosted by Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, 1000 Ocean Startups, and Community Jameel, with the support of Sustainable Ocean Alliance, Solar Impulse Foundation, Builders Vision, Una Terra, Climate Impact, Systemiq Capital, and Blue Action Lab

 

December 3^rd, 2023:

Ocean Decade Foundations Dialogue: Philanthropic Cooperation for Effective Action in Ocean Science for Climate Action (1:15 PM - 2:45 PM, Science for Climate Action Pavilion, Blue Zone)
Co-organizers: VELUX FONDEN, Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, Philanthropy Cortés Solari, and MERI Foundation

Ocean Acidification in the Persian Gulf, the Red Sea, and the Mediterranean: Scaling Down Risks and Scaling Up Solutions (2 PM - 4 PM, IAEA Pavilion, Blue Zone)
Organizers: IAEA

December 4^th, 2023

Implementation of the Ocean Decade in Africa: Looking at Oceans from a Specific Regional Perspective (12:30 PM - 2 PM, Moroccan Pavilion, Blue Zone)
Organizers: Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection

 

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation's presence at COP28 resonates with its dedication to advancing ocean conservation and climate action. Through a series of strategic events and partnerships, the Foundation aims to foster meaningful dialogue and drive impactful initiatives for a sustainable and resilient future.