March 14, 2025 at the National Maritime Museum, Sydney
2025 Program Coming Soon
The ocean is our most important asset and largest opportunity. It's central to the economy, human livelihoods and all life on earth.
At the 2024 Blue Solutions Summit, solutions to some of the planet’s biggest ocean challenges like plastic, pollution and fishing were in the spotlight, with trailblazing experts and solutions focused science.
The solutions focused event draws on blue business entrepreneurs and organisations as well as scientists and innovators to drive inspiration and collaboration.
Three expert panel themes are drawn from the Ocean Decade Australia White Paper where 120 of the nation’s top leaders in ocean advocacy outlined the greatest challenges and opportunity areas for Australia to deliver on during the current United Nations Ocean Decade.
2024 PROGRAM
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dr. Lucy Buxton
Ocean Decade Australia
James Valentine
Australian Broadcasting Company
Julie Hutchinson
Volvo Car Australia
OCEAN INNOVATION AUSTRALIA'S OPPORTUNITY
Join us to explore the untapped possibilities, discuss the transformative impact of innovation, and advocate for Australia to seize its place at the forefront of ocean science and technology, shaping a sustainable future for our seas.
This panel is a celebration of the incredible strides made in understanding and protecting our seas and shines a spotlight on the pivotal opportunity for Australia to emerge as a global leader in ocean technology and innovation.
Chair: Blaire Palese
Climate & Capital Media
A/Prof. Matthieu Pernice
Climate Change Cluster
Gian Minns
SeaO2
Stephen Rodan
CHARM
Sam Bastounas
Pacific Bio
OCEAN PLASTIC & POLLUTION
TIME TO ACT
Chair: Brad Dalrymple
Ocean Protect
Grahame Lloyd
Sea Shepherd Australia
Hear from trail blazing entrepreneurs, scientists and businesses advocating for the preservation of our planet's most vital ecosystems, addressing the urgent crisis of ocean plastic and pollution. We will delve into innovative business-driven solutions aiming to mitigate the detrimental impacts of human activities on our ocean.
More than ever, the imperative to act demands not only awareness but tangible, pragmatic solutions. Join us as we explore key strategies to safeguard our ocean for generations to come.
Anirban Ghose
UNSW Microfactory
Andrew Smith
Pact Group
Jason Graham-Nye
Circular Australia
FISHING AND THE FUTURE
OF FOOD
Fishing and the Future of Food panel addresses the critical intersection of our ocean’s resources and global food security, it is where innovation, industry and research explores solutions that hold the key to the growing food demand.
This panel seeks to highlight pioneering approaches that not only address the challenges of overfishing and environmental impact but also provide viable paths to sustainable seafood.
Join us to delve into the transformative potential of responsible and innovative fishing practices, that will play a crucial role in ensuring food security for all.
Mat Goddard
Aquacultr
Jon Susman
FISHTALES
Anne Gabriel
MSC
Dr Pia Winberg
PhycoHealth
Chair: Prof. Melanie Bishop
Macquarie University
YOUTH ADVISORY GROUP
Emily Rowland
University Student
Zoe Conroy
University Student
Lucia Marvis
University Student
Kal Glanzing
Climate Changemaker
Liv and Myla
Cinnamon Cove
Sylvia Waugh
High School Student
Matthew Dinale
Ocean Lovers Festival
Camille Lefevre
University Student
Yuna Cho
High School Student
Sophia Skarparis
PlasticFreeSophia
Lucy Chambers
PhD Student
Axel Tkatchew
High School Student
An Ocean Lovers Alliance Initiative
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