Ocean Science and Governance Agenda • OCEAN University Initiative

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2 La Journée mondiale des zones humides La Journée mondiale des zones humides 2 February 2026 More info: https://www.zones-humides.org/s-informer/association-ramsar-france/la-journee-mondiale-des-zones-humides Voir plus de détails •	3 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 3 February 2026 - 8 February 2026 "The twelfth session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) will consider a methodological assessment of the impact and dependence of business on biodiversity and nature’s contributions to people. The Stakeholder Day will be held on 2 February, and the Media Day on 9 February. IPBES is the intergovernmental body that assesses the state of biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides to society, in response to requests from decision makers." More info: https://www.ipbes.net/events/ipbes-12-plenary Voir plus de détails ODIPE SEMINAR 3 : Performance océanique à l’UNOC : pratiques esthétiques en milieu diplomatique ODIPE SEMINAR 3 : Performance océanique à l’UNOC : pratiques esthétiques en milieu diplomatique 3 February 2026 13 h 00 min - 15 h 00 min Institut Universitaire Européen de la Mer, Technopôle Brest-Iroise, Rue Dumont d'Urville, 29280 Plouzané, France Ocean Diplomats - ethnographic Dialogues Coordination:Anne-Gaëlle Beurier, Lucie Fortun À l’occasion de la Troisième Conférence des Nations Unies pour l’Océan, Nice s’est transformée en scènes océaniques : de ses quais réaménagés pour y exposer des navires, à la multitude des événements artistiques qui se sont déroulés dans la ville, jusqu’au au palais des congrès rebaptisé La Baleine pour l’occasion et offrant une variété d’expérience immersives. À partir d’une ethnographie collective menée au cœur de ce dispositif, ce webinaire propose de s’interroger sur le caractère performatif de ces différentes mises en scène. Nous porterons une attention particulière aux scientifiques travaillant en mer, aux navires dits « d’opportunité » et aux collaborations art-science qui accompagnent ces expériences d’embarquement. En observant ce qui se joue dans les récits, les images, les corps et les performances, nous interrogerons la place de l’art et nous nous questionnerons plus largement sur les différents usages et pratiques de l’art dans un événement comme l’UNOC, dans la production de la science de l’océan et plus largement dans la production des politiques environnementales de l’océan. More info: https://www.odipe.org/2025/12/09/session-3/ Voir plus de détails • •	4 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 3 February 2026 - 8 February 2026 "The twelfth session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) will consider a methodological assessment of the impact and dependence of business on biodiversity and nature’s contributions to people. The Stakeholder Day will be held on 2 February, and the Media Day on 9 February. IPBES is the intergovernmental body that assesses the state of biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides to society, in response to requests from decision makers." More info: https://www.ipbes.net/events/ipbes-12-plenary Voir plus de détails •	5 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 3 February 2026 - 8 February 2026 "The twelfth session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) will consider a methodological assessment of the impact and dependence of business on biodiversity and nature’s contributions to people. The Stakeholder Day will be held on 2 February, and the Media Day on 9 February. IPBES is the intergovernmental body that assesses the state of biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides to society, in response to requests from decision makers." More info: https://www.ipbes.net/events/ipbes-12-plenary Voir plus de détails •	6 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 3 February 2026 - 8 February 2026 "The twelfth session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) will consider a methodological assessment of the impact and dependence of business on biodiversity and nature’s contributions to people. The Stakeholder Day will be held on 2 February, and the Media Day on 9 February. IPBES is the intergovernmental body that assesses the state of biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides to society, in response to requests from decision makers." More info: https://www.ipbes.net/events/ipbes-12-plenary Voir plus de détails •	7 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 3 February 2026 - 8 February 2026 "The twelfth session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) will consider a methodological assessment of the impact and dependence of business on biodiversity and nature’s contributions to people. The Stakeholder Day will be held on 2 February, and the Media Day on 9 February. IPBES is the intergovernmental body that assesses the state of biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides to society, in response to requests from decision makers." More info: https://www.ipbes.net/events/ipbes-12-plenary Voir plus de détails Plastic Pollution INC-5.3 Plastic Pollution INC-5.3 7 February 2026 Genève, Suisse More info: https://www.unep.org/inc-plastic-pollution/session-5.3 ; https://sdg.iisd.org/events/plastic-pollution-inc-53/ Voir plus de détails • •	8 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 12th Session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) 3 February 2026 - 8 February 2026 "The twelfth session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES 12) will consider a methodological assessment of the impact and dependence of business on biodiversity and nature’s contributions to people. The Stakeholder Day will be held on 2 February, and the Media Day on 9 February. IPBES is the intergovernmental body that assesses the state of biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides to society, in response to requests from decision makers." More info: https://www.ipbes.net/events/ipbes-12-plenary Voir plus de détails •
9	10 UNESCO International Symposium on Coastal Aquifers and Sustainable Futures UNESCO International Symposium on Coastal Aquifers and Sustainable Futures 10 February 2026 - 11 February 2026 UNESCO, 7 Pl. de Fontenoy-Unesco, 75007 Paris, France "The UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) will hold an international symposium on the topic, ‘Coastal Aquifers and Sustainable Futures’. UNESCO will organize the event at its headquarters in Paris, France." More info: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Uq5PHbM5-kuwswIpVrERlCL0Q1lyTypBi2w2YuVNZF1UMk1BSkE2S0kzWDFHWU41ME1YSEVSRzVNMS4u&route=shorturl Voir plus de détails •	11 UNESCO International Symposium on Coastal Aquifers and Sustainable Futures UNESCO International Symposium on Coastal Aquifers and Sustainable Futures 10 February 2026 - 11 February 2026 UNESCO, 7 Pl. de Fontenoy-Unesco, 75007 Paris, France "The UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) will hold an international symposium on the topic, ‘Coastal Aquifers and Sustainable Futures’. UNESCO will organize the event at its headquarters in Paris, France." More info: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Uq5PHbM5-kuwswIpVrERlCL0Q1lyTypBi2w2YuVNZF1UMk1BSkE2S0kzWDFHWU41ME1YSEVSRzVNMS4u&route=shorturl Voir plus de détails •	12	13	14	15
16 Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation 16 February 2026 - 19 February 2026 "The sixth meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation (SBI) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) will review implementation of the CBD in advance of the next Conference of the Parties (COP). CBD COP 17 is expected to take place in 2026, in Armenia. In Decision XII/12, the CBD COP established the SBI to replace the Ad Hoc Open-ended Working Group on Review of Implementation of the Convention, with the terms of reference contained in the annex to decision XII/26. The four functions and core areas of work of the SBI consist of: (a) review of progress in implementation; (b) strategic actions to enhance implementation; (c) strengthening means of implementation; and (d) operations of the convention and the Protocols. The Bureau of the Conference of the Parties serves as the Bureau of the SBI." Voir plus de détails •	17 Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation 16 February 2026 - 19 February 2026 "The sixth meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation (SBI) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) will review implementation of the CBD in advance of the next Conference of the Parties (COP). CBD COP 17 is expected to take place in 2026, in Armenia. In Decision XII/12, the CBD COP established the SBI to replace the Ad Hoc Open-ended Working Group on Review of Implementation of the Convention, with the terms of reference contained in the annex to decision XII/26. The four functions and core areas of work of the SBI consist of: (a) review of progress in implementation; (b) strategic actions to enhance implementation; (c) strengthening means of implementation; and (d) operations of the convention and the Protocols. The Bureau of the Conference of the Parties serves as the Bureau of the SBI." Voir plus de détails Navigating change: Towards the energy transition in the EU fisheries and aquaculture Navigating change: Towards the energy transition in the EU fisheries and aquaculture 17 February 2026 Sparks Meeting, Rue Ravenstein 60, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique The Second High-Level Conference on Energy Transition for the EU Fisheries and Aquaculture sectors, organized by the European Commission (DG MARE) under the Energy Transition Partnership (ETP) framework, will bring together key stakeholders, policymakers, and experts from across the EU fisheries and aquaculture sector to discuss the path toward a sustainable energy future. Highlights include: Participation of the European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, alongside representatives from the EU Council Presidency and the European Parliament. Keynote presentations outlining the EU’s energy transition ambitions and progress toward the Energy Transition Roadmap, to be published in 2026. Panel discussions on the main results from the sectoral consultation, led by Support Group Coordinators, focusing on areas of agreement and actions to overcome challenges. Find out more and register here. Voir plus de détails • •	18 Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation 16 February 2026 - 19 February 2026 "The sixth meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation (SBI) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) will review implementation of the CBD in advance of the next Conference of the Parties (COP). CBD COP 17 is expected to take place in 2026, in Armenia. In Decision XII/12, the CBD COP established the SBI to replace the Ad Hoc Open-ended Working Group on Review of Implementation of the Convention, with the terms of reference contained in the annex to decision XII/26. The four functions and core areas of work of the SBI consist of: (a) review of progress in implementation; (b) strategic actions to enhance implementation; (c) strengthening means of implementation; and (d) operations of the convention and the Protocols. The Bureau of the Conference of the Parties serves as the Bureau of the SBI." Voir plus de détails •	19 Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation Sixth Meeting of the CBD Subsidiary Body on Implementation 16 February 2026 - 19 February 2026 "The sixth meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation (SBI) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) will review implementation of the CBD in advance of the next Conference of the Parties (COP). CBD COP 17 is expected to take place in 2026, in Armenia. In Decision XII/12, the CBD COP established the SBI to replace the Ad Hoc Open-ended Working Group on Review of Implementation of the Convention, with the terms of reference contained in the annex to decision XII/26. The four functions and core areas of work of the SBI consist of: (a) review of progress in implementation; (b) strategic actions to enhance implementation; (c) strengthening means of implementation; and (d) operations of the convention and the Protocols. The Bureau of the Conference of the Parties serves as the Bureau of the SBI." Voir plus de détails •	20	21	22 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 22 February 2026 - 27 February 2026 Glasgow, Royaume-Uni More info: https://www.agu.org/ocean-sciences-meeting - - - + The Ocean Decade team invites to two sessions in preparation for the 2027 conference: “Road to Rio: Preparatory Process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Monday 23 February (16:00 – 17:00, Hall 1) which will represent a first step in the preparatory process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference that will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 7-9 April 2027.This event is open to all OSM26 participants who wish to attend so please let colleagues and friends know about the event! The location isHall 1 - SEC “Convening of Ocean Decade Actions in preparation of 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Thursday 26 February (12:45 – 13:45, M4) which will bring together members of endorsed Ocean Decade Actions and key Decade partners to facilitate the discussion of thematic / regional commitments, actions and partnerships that will be presented at the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference.Please note that this event is by invitation-only for you as Decade partners. The location isM4 - SEC Voir plus de détails •
23 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 22 February 2026 - 27 February 2026 Glasgow, Royaume-Uni More info: https://www.agu.org/ocean-sciences-meeting - - - + The Ocean Decade team invites to two sessions in preparation for the 2027 conference: “Road to Rio: Preparatory Process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Monday 23 February (16:00 – 17:00, Hall 1) which will represent a first step in the preparatory process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference that will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 7-9 April 2027.This event is open to all OSM26 participants who wish to attend so please let colleagues and friends know about the event! The location isHall 1 - SEC “Convening of Ocean Decade Actions in preparation of 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Thursday 26 February (12:45 – 13:45, M4) which will bring together members of endorsed Ocean Decade Actions and key Decade partners to facilitate the discussion of thematic / regional commitments, actions and partnerships that will be presented at the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference.Please note that this event is by invitation-only for you as Decade partners. The location isM4 - SEC Voir plus de détails •	24 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 22 February 2026 - 27 February 2026 Glasgow, Royaume-Uni More info: https://www.agu.org/ocean-sciences-meeting - - - + The Ocean Decade team invites to two sessions in preparation for the 2027 conference: “Road to Rio: Preparatory Process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Monday 23 February (16:00 – 17:00, Hall 1) which will represent a first step in the preparatory process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference that will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 7-9 April 2027.This event is open to all OSM26 participants who wish to attend so please let colleagues and friends know about the event! The location isHall 1 - SEC “Convening of Ocean Decade Actions in preparation of 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Thursday 26 February (12:45 – 13:45, M4) which will bring together members of endorsed Ocean Decade Actions and key Decade partners to facilitate the discussion of thematic / regional commitments, actions and partnerships that will be presented at the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference.Please note that this event is by invitation-only for you as Decade partners. The location isM4 - SEC Voir plus de détails •	25 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 22 February 2026 - 27 February 2026 Glasgow, Royaume-Uni More info: https://www.agu.org/ocean-sciences-meeting - - - + The Ocean Decade team invites to two sessions in preparation for the 2027 conference: “Road to Rio: Preparatory Process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Monday 23 February (16:00 – 17:00, Hall 1) which will represent a first step in the preparatory process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference that will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 7-9 April 2027.This event is open to all OSM26 participants who wish to attend so please let colleagues and friends know about the event! The location isHall 1 - SEC “Convening of Ocean Decade Actions in preparation of 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Thursday 26 February (12:45 – 13:45, M4) which will bring together members of endorsed Ocean Decade Actions and key Decade partners to facilitate the discussion of thematic / regional commitments, actions and partnerships that will be presented at the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference.Please note that this event is by invitation-only for you as Decade partners. The location isM4 - SEC Voir plus de détails •	26 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 22 February 2026 - 27 February 2026 Glasgow, Royaume-Uni More info: https://www.agu.org/ocean-sciences-meeting - - - + The Ocean Decade team invites to two sessions in preparation for the 2027 conference: “Road to Rio: Preparatory Process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Monday 23 February (16:00 – 17:00, Hall 1) which will represent a first step in the preparatory process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference that will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 7-9 April 2027.This event is open to all OSM26 participants who wish to attend so please let colleagues and friends know about the event! The location isHall 1 - SEC “Convening of Ocean Decade Actions in preparation of 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Thursday 26 February (12:45 – 13:45, M4) which will bring together members of endorsed Ocean Decade Actions and key Decade partners to facilitate the discussion of thematic / regional commitments, actions and partnerships that will be presented at the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference.Please note that this event is by invitation-only for you as Decade partners. The location isM4 - SEC Voir plus de détails •	27 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 22 February 2026 - 27 February 2026 Glasgow, Royaume-Uni More info: https://www.agu.org/ocean-sciences-meeting - - - + The Ocean Decade team invites to two sessions in preparation for the 2027 conference: “Road to Rio: Preparatory Process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Monday 23 February (16:00 – 17:00, Hall 1) which will represent a first step in the preparatory process for the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference that will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 7-9 April 2027.This event is open to all OSM26 participants who wish to attend so please let colleagues and friends know about the event! The location isHall 1 - SEC “Convening of Ocean Decade Actions in preparation of 2027 Ocean Decade Conference“ on Thursday 26 February (12:45 – 13:45, M4) which will bring together members of endorsed Ocean Decade Actions and key Decade partners to facilitate the discussion of thematic / regional commitments, actions and partnerships that will be presented at the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference.Please note that this event is by invitation-only for you as Decade partners. The location isM4 - SEC Voir plus de détails •	28

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