INSPIRING INNOVATIVE OCEAN SOLUTIONS

ONE ̊15 Marina Sentosa Cove, Singapore | 2 - 3 NOVEMBER 2023
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This year, The ocean collective summit will be held as part of Blue Water Edufest, from 2 – 3 November 2023. Blue Water EduFest is a non-profit marine and coastal conservation event organised by ONE°15 Events Management (“ONE°15”), a subsidiary of SUTL Enterprise Limited (“SUTL”). 

Find out more in the Press Release.

ABOUT

The Ocean Collective Summit 2023

The Ocean Collective Summit (TOCS) is a programme initiated by The SeaKeepers in cooperation with Fabien Cousteau; the Founder of The Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre and Proteus Ocean Group; and famed for his work as an Aquanaut, Oceanographic Explorer and Environmental Advocate.

TOCS aims to bring a focus on the ocean and its intricate connections to life and all the inhabitants of our planet, Earth. Through its annual conference, TOCS will gather thought leaders to educate, raise awareness and inspire action to be taken and work collectively towards a more sustainable future.

Entering its second year with Blue Water Edufest, the 2-day conference will focus on new methods and solutions to the problems that put the marine ecosystem at risk. The conference will bring together experts from around the world to discuss the latest research and developments in marine conservation with focus on two core issues: plastics and climate change.

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AGENDA

Key Topics

Ocean Technology

These sessions explore the integration and application of global technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and mapping tools, to enhance and support conservation solutions.

Ocean Governance for
Sustainable Ocean Management

Emphasising the critical role of governance in ocean conservation, we will examine how effective policies, regulations, and international partnerships contribute to the sustainable management of our oceans.

Blue Finance

The significance of finance and investment in driving the growth of the blue economy is highlighted through the opportunities and funding strategies that support sustainable ocean initiatives and businesses.

Plastics and Circular Economy

As important steps towards mitigating plastic pollution, we will look at the Integration of circular economy principles, bioremediation techniques, and the establishment of international agreements.

PROGRAMME

Schedule

Entering its second year with Blue Water Edufest, the 2-day conference will focus on new methods and solutions to the problems that put the marine ecosystem at risk.

Day 1

2 November 2023

Day 2

3 November 2023

 

Keynote Lecture 1: Combining Technology and Sustainability to Protect Our Ocean

Fabien Cousteau

Aquanaut, Oceanographic Explorer, Founder of Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre and Proteus Ocean Group

 

 

Keynote Lecture 2: Unlocking our Ocean’s Potential – Innovative Solutions To Conservation

Jeremy McKane

CEO of OCN.ai

Fireside Chat – A Conversation with Fabien and Jeremy

Fabien Cousteau

Aquanaut, Oceanographic Explorer, Founder of Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre and Proteus Ocean Group

Jeremy McKane

CEO of OCN.ai

 

Keynote Lecture 3: Seabed 2030 Project – Emerging Seabed Mapping

Jamie McMichael-Phillips
Director of Nippon Foundation – GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project

 

Fireside Chat – Implications Of The High Sea Treaty

Rena Lee
Ambassador for International Law

Moderator: Stephen Beng
Head ESG Strategy, Phillip Capital Management

Keynote Lecture 4: What Happens When The Sea Rises? Effective Coastal City And Settlement Adaption To Manage Climate Change Risks

Dr Winston Chow

Associate Professor of Urban Climate and Lee Kong Chian Research Fellow
Singapore Management University’s (SMU) College of Integrative Studies

Keynote Lecture 5: Development of Innovative Coastal Protection and Flood Management Solutions

Zoe Ong

Senior Assistant Director, Coastal Protection Department, PUB, The National Water Agency Singapore

Keynote Lecture 6: Innovators Series – Innovative Youngsters

Melati Riyanto Wijsen

Founder of Bye Bye Plastic Bags and YOUTHTOPIA

Keynote Lecture 7: Innovators Series – Innovative Journeys

Dr Louisa Ponnampalam

Co-Founder of MareCet Research Organisation

Keynote Lecture 8: Innovators Series – Innovative Collaborations

Thanda Ko Gyi

Founder of Myanmar Ocean Project

 

Challenge and Brainstorm Session – Preparation and Challenge

Emcee: Paul Foster

Fabien Cousteau 
Aquanaut, Oceanographic Explorer, Founder of Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre and Proteus Ocean Group

Blue Water Heroes

Keynote Lecture 9: Unlocking A Sustainable Future With Ocean Innovation And Finance

Ying Qin

PhD, Global Thematic Analyst, Citi Global Insights

 

Panel Discussion – Blue Carbon: Challenges And Opportunities

George Foulsham

Director, DHI

Dr. Jani Tanzil

Facility Director, St. John’s Island National Marine Laboratory

Dr Siti Maryam Yaakub

Senior Director, International Blue Carbon Institute

 

Moderator: Ms Kong Man Jing (MJ)
Co-Founder Just Keep Thinking

 

Keynote Lecture 10: Tackling Plastic Pollution – Implications Of The Plastic Treaty

Wendy Wong
Programme Head, Diploma in Applied Science (Environmental Services and Management)

 

Keynote Lecture 11: Tackling Plastic Pollution: Microplastic Mitigation: The Searial Cleaners’ Eco-Friendly Solutions In Asia

Antoine Repiton-Préneuf

Business Development Manager, Asia Pacific
The Searial Cleaners
 

Keynote Lecture 12: Tackling Plastic Pollution – Recycling And Circular Economy Solutions

Benjamin Chay

Founder of Green Earth Sustainability Bridge (GESB)

 

Keynote Lecture 13: Harmonising Nature And Purpose – Driven Yachting And Ocean Conservation

Micca Ferrero

Owner of ICON Yachts

 

Keynote Lecture 14: Harmonising Nature and Purpose – Institutional Conservation for the Sundarbans

Enayetullah Khan

Founder of Cosmos Foundation, WildTeam

 

Keynote Lecture 15: Harmonising Nature and Purpose – Imagining our Future Ocean

Cesar Jung-Harada

Associate Professor in Design Singapore Institute of Technology

 

Brainstorm Session – Creating Measurable Impact for Your Sustainability Efforts

– Republic Polytechnic Project presentation
– Group Brainstorm and presentation

Fabien Cousteau

Aquanaut, Oceanographic Explorer, Founder of Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre and Proteus Ocean Group

Jeremy McKane

CEO of OCN.ai

 

SPEAKERS

Who’s Speaking

The conference brings together subject matter experts to discuss research and new developments in marine conservation with a focus on two core issues: plastics and climate change.

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