Bali Ocean Days Conference on Marine Conservation: Walk The Talk for Our Blue Planet

DENPASAR, kanalbali.id –  January 19 and 20, 2024, will mark the debut of Bali Ocean Days, an international marine conservation event that promotes the development of an inclusive and sustainable Blue Economy in Indonesia and beyond. Held at the InterContinental Bali Resort Jimbaran in partnership with the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime and Investment Affairs and the AIS Forum.

Bali Ocean Days is dedicated to raising awareness among all communities about the importance of achieving a series of critical objectives for the future of our blue planet: reduce marine pollution and ocean acidification, protect and restore coastal ecosystems, reverse the overfishing crisis, and increase the economic and social benefits from sustainable use of marine resources.

The two-day conference features a curated lineup of 30 leading Indonesian and international speakers with different backgrounds and disciplines including government officials, financial institutions, NGOs, sustainable economy stakeholders and academics, with the aim of sharing challenges, presenting policies and solutions, and discussing synergies and long-term projects in front of a public audience.

“We initiate this event to support the expansion of an Indonesian Blue Economy, defined by the World Bank as the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs while preserving the health of ocean ecosystems.” Paul Tanjung Tan, Sky Blue Sea Foundation founder stated.

“As the largest archipelago in the world, Indonesia plays a crucial role in the future of the world’s oceans, and considering environmental challenges that Bali has to face, the island is an appropriate host for a new conference that puts marine conversation at its center” Yoke Darmawan, Sky Blue Sea Foundation Chair added.

On Friday, January 19, conference sessions will highlight: Indonesian Blue Economy Governance & Development, Ecotourism & Preservation of Coral Reefs and Marine Biodiversity. Continue with day two on other vital issues: Waste Treatment & Reduction of Ocean Plastic Pollution, Sustainable Fishing & Protection of Endangered Species, Mangrove & Seagrass Blue Carbon Ecosystems Management, and Coastal Communities Empowerment & Education to Marine Conservation. Sessions are moderated by Mrs. Marializia Hasni and Mrs. Kania Sutisnawinata, two leading news anchors from Metro TV.

Besides the conference, an Eco Showcase will display organizations providing sustainable products and services, from renewable energy producers, waste management operators and circular economy entrepreneurs. Main exhibitors feature Greenhope, Eco Tourism Bali, Ingine Wave Energy Systems, Akuo Energy, the Indonesian Liveaboard Association, Plastic Bank Indonesia, The Searial Cleaners, and a joint program from the University of Melbourne and Universitas Udayana.

The inaugural edition of the marine conservation event will culminate with the Sky Blue Sea Foundation Awards, a ceremony that aims at honoring selected corporations for their environmental sustainability credentials.

Sponsored by Pertamina, InterContinental Bali Resort, Taman Safari Indonesia, and Jetstar, with Media Group as official media partner. Organized by Sky Blue Sa Foundation and Darmawan & Associates.

Runs from 08:30 AM to 5:00pm, on January 19 and 20, 2024, at Imperial Ballroom 3-4, in the Jimbaran Convention Center area of the InterContinental Bali Resort. Conference & Showcase is open to the public, with entry available through ticket purchase. (kanalbali/RLS)