BLUE4ALL will develop science-based tools for achieving Marine Protected Areas that meet conservation and restoration objectives, while addressing the needs and concerns of all stakeholders
We will work with stakeholders from 25 Living Labs and Information Sites in the Mediterranean Sea, Baltic Sea and North East Atlantic regions to develop tools for preserving and restoring the marine environment in a socially sustainable and acceptable way.
LAST HIGHLIGHT
Our report from our session at the UN Ocean Decade's satellite event MPA forum is out! 🤩
As part of the UN Ocean Decade Conference, held in Barcelona from April 8-9th, 2024, we organised the session "Become an MPA manager for a day!" - A roleplaying game that put the audience into the shoes of an MPA manager and the challenges they commonly face.
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News
Blue4All at European Ocean Days 2026: Turning Ambition into Action for Marine Protection
At this year’s European Ocean Days in Brussels, one message stood out clearly: Europe is not short on ambition for marine protection, but delivering real impact remains the challenge. Blue4All contributed to the discussion by showcasing practical tools, engaging with stakeholders, and advancing solutions to make marine protected areas more effective on the ground.
Publications
Enhancing marine protected areas with effective ecological and environmental data integration
The paper examines factors influencing the effectiveness of Marine Protected Areas, focusing on the integration of ecological data, species and habitat functions, ecosystem processes, and connectivity in conservation planning and management. It also discusses the importance of adaptive, long-term, and participatory approaches to support resilience and inform decision-making in the context of environmental change.
Upcoming events
6th ESP Europe Conference
18 May 2026 to 22 May 2026
The 6th ESP Europe Conference will bring together Europe’s ecosystem services community to advance solutions for a nature- and people-positive future. Taking place 18–22 May 2026 in Prague, Czechia, Blue4All will actively contribute through co-hosted sessions and by showcasing results from socio-economic and ecological tool testing.