Island Innovation hosted a wonderful in-person event in Madeira last week! The Blue Economy and Sustainable Islands Forum gathered innovators, experts and policymakers from islands from around the world, to discuss the potential of sustainable ocean-based industries. Here are a few highlights:
The Regional Secretary for Sea and Fisheries of Madeira, Teófilo Cunha, and the Alderman of the City Council of Machico, Hugo Alexandre Teixeira Marques delivered the opening remarks. Thereafter, we discussed island to island collaboration, the implications of deep seabed mining in the Portuguese marine ecosystem and responsible whale watching. Later in the day, we exchanged on island policies for sustainable blue economy, sustainable practices in tourism and research & development for climate action & sustainable oceans.
During the Forum’s last day, we had a great discussion with Hon. Steven Myers, Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Action of Prince Edward Island, Canada. Moreover, we participated in a wonderful workshop during which we had to brainstorm and present solutions for blue economy problems in Macaronesia. We ended the Blue Economy and Sustainable Islands Forum with a special showcase of 5 innovative startups in the sector.
Cheers to another year of impact, growth, and collective achievements for island communities around the world!
Engineering and Procurement Conference & Exhibition
Join us at the upcoming Engineering and Procurement Conference & Exhibition, taking place from July 23rd to July 27th, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad and Tobago. This premier event is centered around the theme “Powering Transition in the Caribbean Energy Sector through Smart Designs, Efficient Procurement, and Effective Execution.”
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