On 24th April 2025 at 2:00 p.m. CEST, the #EU4Ocean Coalition will host the seventh episode of its dynamic webinar series “Where Ocean Literacy meets EU Business”, this time diving into the Renewable Energy Industry. Organized by EurOcean, this 1-hour session aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge, industry practice, and public understanding, emphasizing the role ocean literacy plays in driving sustainable, ocean-based solutions in Europe’s energy transition.
The renewable energy sector, particularly ocean energy, is emerging as a key player in mitigating climate change and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Episode 7 will highlight how collaboration between ocean literacy, science and technology, and industry can pave the way for a sustainable future.
The episode will feature a moderator and two distinguished speakers:
Ned Dwyer – Moderator
Independent Consultant with extensive experience in Earth Observation, climate adaptation, and ocean science outreach.
Brendan Cahill – Director of Development Lead, ORPC Ireland
Expert in ocean energy development, with over 15 years’ experience across academia, consultancy, and public sector roles.
Denis Istrati – Visiting Professor, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA)
Specialist in natural hazard engineering, focusing on the resilience of infrastructure and communities to extreme water-related events.
Event Details
Date: April 24th, 2025
Time: 14:00 CEST
Duration: 1 hour
Registration: https://bit.ly/4lFQro7
Whether you’re in research, industry, education, or policy, this episode offers key insights into the role of Ocean Literacy in shaping Europe’s energy future.
Organized by EurOcean, in support of #EU4Ocean
