Ocean-Climate Innovation, Coastal Infrastructure, and Water Security

​Ocean-climate innovation has growing relevance for coastal resilience and economic development. As climate pressures threaten fisheries productivity, freshwater reliability, trade corridors, energy systems, and industrial operations, strengthening coastal systems through integrated ocean-climate innovation is a strategic development priority. This can include leveraging coastal infrastructure such as ports, industrial zones, desalination facilities, and transport networks as innovation platforms.

​Drawing on case studies from Global Ecosystem for Ocean Solutions Ocean-Climate Innovation Hubs in Kenya, South Africa, and Chile, this event will highlight emerging opportunities across marine carbon dioxide removal, coastal ecosystem restoration, desalination technologies, watershed resilience, and resilient coastal infrastructure. The session will also explore financial perspectives on responsible ocean-climate innovation, and how climate funds could support research and development.