About the Project
Navigating the Future
Blue economy sectors are expected to realize their smart, inclusive and environment friendly growth potential to fulfill the rising demand of the societies for food, energy, raw material and energy as well as employment and economic income. “Blue growth is the long term strategy to support sustainable growth in the marine and maritime sectors as a whole. Seas and oceans are drivers for the European economy and have great potential for innovation and growth."
In parallel to the EU Mission Ocean and the European partnership “A climate- neutral, sustainable and productive blue economy” as well as the importance of sustainable blue economy and zero pollution for achieving the European Green Deal objectives, BlueGrowthCaptains will increase the awareness on marine and maritime research, research careers and research facilities in the society by i) bringing researchers from various related disciplines to the general public in an entertaining way, ii) demonstrating various research projects, products and services, and, iii) opening the door of marine and maritime research and innovation facilities to the public.
Blue Growth Captains @ Schools
The project considers various dimensions of marine and maritime research and innovation under the main topics of maritime transport, marine and coastal tourism, capture fisheries, aquaculture, biotechnology, renewable energy, mining/drilling and research as well as blue growth.
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Blue Growth Captains are researchers in marine and maritime fields, focusing on sectors of the blue economy. Their research aims to support smart, inclusive, and environmentally friendly growth to meet rising societal demands for food, energy, raw materials, employment and economic income.
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Starting from May 2024, we'll be visiting schools to introduce marine and maritime research, its impact on daily life, and the commitment of both researchers and the European Union to overcoming related global challenges. We aim to reduce the stereotypes about researchers introducing young people to the world of research and innovation and encourage them to consider research careers as viable and attractive options.