The ocean docket for 2024 remains packed with conferences and other important events. Have a look through the calendar for event details and links to conference websites. If you have any updates you’d like to share with our team on event listings, please reach out to: oursharedseas@ceaconsulting.co
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62nd Sessions of UNFCCC SBSTA (Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice)
Bonn, Germany
June 16, 2025
The UNFCCC SBSTA will conduct their annual meeting in June 2025.
The SBSTA is one of two permanent subsidiary bodies to the Convention established by the Convention of the Parties (COP)/Parties to the Kyoto Protocol (CMP). It supports the work of the COP, the CMP, and the Parties to the Paris Agreement through the provision of timely information and advice on scientific and technological matters as they relate to the Convention, its Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement.
OCEANS 2025 Brest
Brest, France
June 16, 2025
The OCEANS Conference is a major forum for scientists, engineers, and end-users throughout the world to present the latest research, ideas, developments, and applications in all areas of Oceanic Engineering systems.
OCEANS 2025 Brest program will be built around the theme “Oceans: Infinity is the Limit,” with an emphasis on the impact of climate change in and from the oceans. The technical sessions will provide a review of recent advances in oceanic engineering, science, and technology. See the link for more information.
London Climate Action Week
London, United Kingdom
June 21, 2025
London Climate Action Week harnesses the unique power of London for global and local climate action.
It mobilizes London’s unparalleled ecosystem of climate and non-climate organizations to accelerate global climate action and supports action in London to ensure it acts as a global climate leader.
30th International Seabed Authority Meeting, Part II - Council and Assembly
Kingston, Jamaica
June 23, 2025
The annual convening of the ISA will be critical to developing the regulations around deep sea mining as more countries race to extract polyatomic nodules from the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.
Global Tipping Points Conference
Exeter, United Kingdom
June 30, 2025
This conference will gather climate experts to discuss the latest developments in research on global climatic tipping points, both in terms of natural science and solution deployment.
The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development
Seville, Spain
June 30, 2025
The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) provides a unique opportunity to reform financing at all levels, including to support reform of the international financial architecture.
The International Conferences on Financing for Development are the only space where leaders from all governments, along with international and regional organizations, financial and trade institutions, businesses, civil society and the UN System unite at the highest levels, fostering stronger international cooperation.
International Temperate Reefs Symposium
Brest, France
July 1, 2025
The 2025 International Temperate Reefs Symposium will be held in Brittany, France, in Brest, from the 1st to the 5th of July. We’re looking forward to a fantastic conference! Look out for more news coming soon on abstract submission, registration, conference venue and field trip options.
Marine Protected Areas in Marine Spatial Planning Conference
Bodo, Norway
July 9, 2025
Explore the latest updates and scientific advances in marine biodiversity conservation at the MPA in MSP Conference. The conference will cover topics such as MPA planning, climate change effects on marine biodiversity, blue carbon science, and spatial planning benefits.
54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting
Honiara, Solomon Islands
September 8, 2025
The Forum meets annually to develop collective responses to regional issues and deliver on a vision for a resilient Pacific Region of peace, harmony, security, social inclusion, and prosperity that ensures all Pacific people can lead free, healthy, and productive lives.
The 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA80)
New York, NY
September 9, 2025
The 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 80) will open on Tuesday, 9 September 2025. The first day of the high-level General Debate will be Tuesday, 23 September 2025.