This workshop themed ‘Achieving Mission Ocean and Waters Protection Targets: Showcasing the EU Blue Parks Projects’ will highlight the achievements, lessons learned and expected impact of projects funded under Mission Ocean and Waters and Horizon Europe. It will provide an opportunity to explore their tangible contributions to the EU target of protecting 30% and strictly protecting 10% of marine areas in the EU by 2030.
As the 5th event in the EU Blue Parks Community workshop series, it offers members and stakeholders from across Europe the chance to connect, share insights, and strengthen collaborations in marine protection.
Why attend?
- Learn from EU-funded projects about good practices, impacts and implemented solutions for Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).
- Explore opportunities to enhance synergies between projects to support replication, upscaling and improved management of MPAs.
Date: 19 November 2025
Time: 10:00 – 13:00 CET
Format: Online
Register here to secure your place at the workshop.
Find the agenda and invited speakers here.
About the EU Blue Parks Community
The EU Blue Parks Community under the EU Mission ‘Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030’ brings together EU Member States’ national, regional and local authorities, European marine networks, businesses, and research and innovation projects to collaborate on marine protection and restoration in EU sea basins. The community aims to help identify and address challenges, share tools, solutions and good practices for MPAs, contributing to the protection of 30% and strict protection of 10% of EU sea areas by 2030.
With over 115 member organisations, the Community provides an opportunity to exchange knowledge and good practices, enhance governance, foster stakeholder involvement, and improve the management of MPAs.
A recently updated info sheet offers a full overview of the community’s objectives, structure and membership benefits. View the info sheet here.
Join the community!
Exchange expertise, explore funding opportunities, and help shape the future of marine protection across Europe. Become part of EU Blue Parks Community and endorse the Mission Ocean and Waters Charter to contribute to the Mission objectives.
