Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of Blue Growth Working Group.
Blue Growth
The Working Group focuses on the blue economy covering both marine and maritime research and innovation areas with the intention to support members with their regional strategies (S3 and sea basin) in the field. Sustainability and the digital challenges related to the marine and maritime sector are key issues. The group aims to foster participation in present and future European funding programmes and initiatives and to build partnership between members.
ERRIN Contact
Last Working Group Meetings
Blue Growth WG webinar: Mission Healthy Oceans, Seas, Coastal and Inland Waters
The European research and innovation mission area on healthy oceans, seas, coastal and inland waters will be an integral part of Horizon Europe. The suggested title by the Mission Board is “Restore
Webinar: European Partnership on zero-emission waterborne transport
In light of the current COVID-19 concerns, the event will be organised as a webinar. We thank you in advance for your understanding. To register for the webinar, please use the following link.
WG Events
European Maritime Day 2021
The annual European Maritime Day (EMD) conference will this year take place in a hybrid format to discuss and forge joint action on maritime affairs and the sustainable blue economy as usual.
A blue dimension to the Green Deal: the way towards a sustainable recovery of the blue economy in Europe
DG Maritime Affairs and Fisheries and SEArica are organising a webinar to engage regional, national and sectorial blue economy stakeholders in the final part of the feedback process for the EC's roadmap on the sustainable blue economy.
BlueInvest Day 2021
The 2021 edition of BlueInvest Day, which aims to boost innovation and investment in sustainable technologies for the blue economy, will take place on 26 January.
Launch of European Extreme Events Climate Index
The International Foundation Big Data and Artificial Intelligence for Human Development (IFAB) in collaboration with the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC) and Leithà are presenting the NEW European Extreme Events Climate Index (E3CI). E3CI is a brand new, innovative operational service for weather hazard risk assessment and management. AGENDA 16:00 – Opening IFAB International Foundation Big Data and Artificial Intelligence for Human Development Patrizio Bianchi – IFAB Scientific Director Paola Salomoni – Emilia-Romagna Regional Minister Antonio Zoccoli – Big Data…
All-Atlantic Ocean Research Conference
Ocean leaders, policy-makers, youth, researchers, entrepreneurs, academics and civil society will meet virtually to discuss pressing matters in the sector at the first online All-Atlantic Ocean Research Forum.
FIT4FOOD2030 Final Conference - food system transformation
Join the two-day virtual conference to learn about the systems approach to food system transformation and gain practical tools and solutions develop by FIT4FOOD2030 to support responsible research and innovation in food system transformation.
WG Documents
ERRIN input paper on a future EU Algae Strategy
ERRIN's input paper on a potential EU Algae Strategy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of such a strategy at a regional and local level.
ERRIN input to the future EU Algae Strategy - Draft
A drafting group has prepared a first version of the ERRIN input to the future EU Algae Strategy.
Blue Bioeconomy Forum - Roadmap for the blue bioeconomy
The Blue Bioeconomy Forum was set up in 2018 as a platform for entrepreneurs, researchers, government officials and other stakeholder to further develop the blue bioeconomy.
WG Related Content
ERRIN input paper on a future EU Algae Strategy
ERRIN has published an input paper on a future EU Algae Strategy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of such a strategy at a regional and local level.
Stakeholder consultation launched on a climate neutral, sustainable and productive Blue Economy
As the European Commission prepares to develop the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda of the Blue Economy partnership, a public consultation is now open.
ERRIN Autumn Annual General Meeting – registration open!
We are happy to invite you to ERRIN’s Autumn Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will take place on 10 December, 14.00-17.00. Even if the AGM takes place on-line, it will include several interactive elements and an occasion to virtually connect with colleagues in the network.
LIFE Programme to receive €280 million investment package
The European Commission has approved an investment package of €280 million from the EU budget to fund more than 120 new LIFE Programme projects.
Management Board elections 2020 – call for nominations launched!
Every year ERRIN holds elections for the Management Board. You can put forward your candidature for this year’s elections until 26 October.
ERRIN-driven project facilitation for the European Green Deal Call
The European Green Deal (EGD) call has spurred a strong interest amongst the ERRIN membership. Gear up for an ERRIN-driven project facilitation process for the European Green Deal Call!
Latest Updates
- By Hilary Webb
Contribute to potential ERRIN workshop at European Maritime Days 2021
ERRIN's Blue Growth Working Group has the opportunity to organise a workshop at the 2021 edition of European Maritime Day. In order to make this possible, we invite members of the Blue Growth WG to contribute ideas and speakers.
- By Hilary Webb
ERRIN input paper on a future EU Algae Strategy
ERRIN's input paper on a potential EU Algae Strategy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of such a strategy at a regional and local level.
- By Hilary Webb
ERRIN input paper on a future EU Algae Strategy
ERRIN has published an input paper on a future EU Algae Strategy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of such a strategy at a regional and local level.
- By Hilary Webb
Call for Blue Growth Working Group Leader & input on WG activities for 2021
Ahead of finalising its 2021 Annual Work Plan, the Blue Growth Working Group is collecting input on its planned activities and is looking to recruit a new Working Group Leader.
- By Hilary Webb
Stakeholder consultation launched on a climate neutral, sustainable and productive Blue Economy
As the European Commission prepares to develop the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda of the Blue Economy partnership, a public consultation is now open.
- By Hilary Webb
Big Buyers for climate and environment - Public procurement opportunities
The Big Buyers for Climate and Environment Initiative seeks public entities working in health, clean energy, low-carbon construction or intelligent transport for the next phase of collaboration.