Opportunities of the Ocean Economy - Building a Regenerative Ocean Economy

Explore how the ocean economy, which contributes over $2.5 trillion to global GDP annually and supports nearly 350 million jobs worldwide, can drive sustainable economic growth through this 43-minute conference session from the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos. Discover strategies for key ocean-reliant sectors including shipping, ports, food production, energy, and tourism to develop a regenerative ocean economy that balances economic prosperity, social benefits, and marine conservation. Learn about the Ocean Action Agenda's work in accelerating ambitious solutions for sustainable ocean development and understand how marine industries can transform their practices to support both economic growth and environmental stewardship. Gain insights from industry leaders and policymakers on innovative approaches to ocean resource management, sustainable maritime practices, and the integration of conservation principles into ocean-based economic activities.