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General news | 02 Jun 2025

OceanPrediction DCC at UNOC3

The OceanPrediction DCC will actively contribute to the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) and key side events taking place over the next two weeks in Nice, France. As a key partner in advancing ocean forecasting under the Ocean Decade, the OceanPrediction DCC will participate in several high-level events, including scientific sessions, international collaboration showcases, and public outreach initiatives. These engagements will highlight the importance of ocean prediction in supporting sustainable development and climate resilience. 

Here’s a recap of the key events for the OceanPrediction DCC community:

 

One Ocean Science Congress (3–6 June 2025)

Organized by CNRS and Ifremer, this UN-endorsed scientific congress serves as a foundational event for UNOC3, focusing on delivering science-based recommendations to inform global ocean policy. 

  • 4 June, 09:00–10:00 CEST: “Call for action to advance ocean prediction capabilities for the benefit of society”. This session builds upon the outcomes of the OceanPredict 24 Symposium and aims to mobilize the global community to enhance ocean forecasting systems. (Event link - Session TM24) 

 

  • 4 June, 12:45–13:45 CEST: "Marine Knowledge at the Fingertips of our Communities: Designing Digital Twins of the Ocean” Through this townhall, participants will collaborate on strategies to harness the power of digital twin technology, advancing collective efforts toward healthier, more resilient oceans for future generations.  (Event Link: Session TM21) 

Events at the UNOC3 Green Zone - “La Baleine”

 

 

The UNOC3 Green Zone “the Whale” will take place at the Palais des Expositions (Exhibition Hall) in Nice from June 2 to 13 (https://we-are-the-ocean.com/).  Spanning 10,000m², this immersive, free and open-to-all experience invites you to discover the ocean in a whole new way — an odyssey imagined by those who dedicate their lives to protecting it. Featuring 15 thematic pavilions, including the European Digital Ocean and the Costa Rica Pavilions, which will feature Ocean Prediction DCC events. 

European Digital Ocean Pavilion (2–13 June 2025)

Located in the Green Zone ("the Whale"), the European Digital Ocean Pavilion is organized by the European Commission with Mercator Ocean International as the implementation partner. The pavilion showcases Europe's leadership in ocean science and digital innovation. All pavilion events will be streamed online, allowing global audiences to engage with the sessions in real time. 

 

3 June: “Voices of Ocean Action”  

  • 10:30-18:00 CEST: The event showcasing how citizen science, digital tools, ocean literacy and global networks are advancing ocean knowledge and sustainability. The opening session of the event will announce the winners of the OceanPrediction DCC photo contest, celebrating the ocean's beauty and its significance to humanity.  

    Agenda and more information: https://www.digitaloceanpavilion.eu/content/voices-of-ocean-action  

 

10 June 2025: The EU & International Collaboration 

  • 15:15–17:00 CEST | Showcasing European leadership in advancing Ocean science for sustainable development 

    This session will highlight the role of the OceanPrediction DCC in building a global ocean forecasting community, with a focus on its regional teams and two EU-funded flagship projects: OPERA (Sub-Saharan Africa) and OP4CR (Costa Rica). 

  • 17:15–18:00 CEST | Towards a Decade Digital Ecosystem: The UN Decade Vision 2030 

    A high-level session titled “Towards a Decade Digital Ecosystem: The UN Decade Vision 2030”. his event will strengthen international partnerships by promoting collaboration among the OceanPrediction Decade Collaborative Centre, the Ocean Observing Decade Coordination Offices, and the Ocean Data Sharing Decade Coordination Office to develop a Decade Digital Ecosystem aligned with the EU priorities and the UN Decade Vision 2030, leveraging on the Challenge 8 “Digital representation of the ocean” 

    Agenda and more information available here: https://www.digitaloceanpavilion.eu/content/the-eu-international-collaboration  

 

Costa Rica Pavilion – 11 June 2025 

OceanPrediction DCC will also take part in two key sessions at the Costa Rica Pavilion, further reinforcing its collaboration with partners in Central and South America and its engagement in international cooperation: 

  • 15:00–16:00 | Ocean forecasting and monitoring: Present status and future relevance for Costa Rica and its region 

    This session will strengthen partnerships across the OceanPrediction DCC South and Central America Regional Team. It will showcase regional initiatives while emphasizing Europe's commitment to supporting ocean monitoring efforts. Experts from Costa Rica, Mercator Ocean, and the OceanPrediction DCC will highlight collaborative efforts toward sustainable ocean forecasting and enhanced marine environmental monitoring. 

  • 18:00–19:00 | Crafting the future of Ocean Prediction at Costa Rica: the OP4CR project 

    This event will spotlight Costa Rica’s achievements in marine conservation, such as the protection of over 30% of its marine territory, and present the Ocean Prediction for Costa Rica (OP4CR) project. With a focus on monitoring the Cocos Island National Park, the session will explore how OP4CR supports Costa Rica’s ambitions to become a regional leader in ocean forecasting. A panel discussion with local stakeholders and DCC representatives will discuss the project’s potential and its future trajectory. 

 

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