Fermer les boucles bleues: Innovation responsable et durable dans les domaines de l'eau et des océans Article Swipe
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· 2024
· Open Access
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· DOI: https://doi.org/10.2861/61100qa
· OA: W4403925461
Closing the blue loops Responsible and sustainable innovation in the fields of water and ocean Assessing the need and scope for a knowledge and innovation community (KIC) in the water, marine and maritime (WMM) areas within the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, this report evaluates existing gaps in the innovation ecosystems and makes recommendations on the thematic focus areas with the highest potential for technological development, market deployment and benefits for EU citizens. The report identifies key stakeholders and methods for public engagement, existing funding mechanisms, and legal and regulatory barriers to technological innovation in the targeted sectors. It goes on to offer policy recommendations on how to create an environment conducive to innovation and market deployment in alignment with the European Green Deal and other relevant EU strategies. A key objective is to make the water, marine and martimeeconomic sectors more circular and interlinked, as indicated by the report's title 'Closing the blue loops'. The report identifies existing and emerging technologies with the potential for high impact in the EU, particularly for reaching sustainability goals, and areas requiring further competence building, research, innovation and potentially regulatory change in order to meet these goals effectively. The report's conclusion is that a WMM KIC would significantly enhance the innovation ecosystem and its contribution to education and entrepreneurship within the relevant sectors. Through targeted addressing of identified gaps and regulatory challenges, a WMM KIC could significantly contribute to Europe's leadership in the global water and ocean economy.
