Nordic Ocean Programme
The Nordic Ocean Programme provides an integrated platform for Nordic co-operation, effectively tackling these challenges together. By building a robust knowledge base the programme supports decision-making and governance in the Nordic Region, while contributing to international commitments in biodiversity and sustainable development.
Nationally, the programme helps efforts to improve ocean governance and tackle environmental challenges. Regionally, it enhances Nordic co-operation through better policy coordination, monitoring, and finding joint solutions for areas like the Baltic Sea, the North Sea, the North-East Atlantic, and the Arctic. Internationally, the programme brings Nordic perspectives and expertise to global initiatives and conventions, such as the UN Convention on the Biodiversity and the Climate Agreement.
Focus Areas
- Increasing the resilience of marine ecosystems and helping them to adapt to a changing climate.
- Protecting and restoring biodiversity in the Nordic seas, including targeted conservation and restoration efforts and addressing invasive species.
- Addressing various types of pollution to mitigate their negative impacts on marine ecosystems.
- Focusing on ecosystem-based and sustainable marine and coastal spatial planning.
The programme promotes collaboration between research, management, and different sectors such as fisheries and green energy, while contributing policy-relevant knowledge and tools for sustainable development. By generating insights and solutions, the goal is to support management that both protects the marine environment and enables sustainable development for future generations.
