Blue Economy – EC Library Guide : Introduction
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Blue economy
Blue economy refers to any economic activity relating to oceans and seas. It covers a broad range of established and emerging sectors.
In 2021, the Commission introduced a new approach for a sustainable blue economy in the EU. The new approach aligns marine activities with the goals of the European Green Deal and promotes consistency among blue economy sectors such as aquaculture, fisheries, clean energy, maritime transport, green shipping, shipbuilding and coastal tourism. It also highlights the importance of research, skills, innovation, and cooperation among countries and maritime users.
The detailed agenda for the blue economy should help achieve the European Green Deal’s objectives, and complement other recent Commission initiatives on biodiversity, food, mobility, security, data and more.
Source: European Commission
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