Overview and Objectives
Programme
HORIZON-MISS-2021-OCEAN-02
Duration
01/12/22 – 31/05/26
Total budget
9.778.174,76€
Type of action
Innovation Action
Coordinator
UNIVERSIDADE DE AVEIRO, PT
A-AAGORA will work towards contributing to the
Mission ‘Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030’ objectives
To protect and restore marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity
To prevent and eliminate pollution of our ocean, seas and waters
To make the sustainable blue economy carbon-neutral and circular
To this end, A-AAGORA will:
Carry out demonstration activities in three regions covering the Atlantic-Arctic basin
Co-identify areas and locations where the tested Nature Base Solutions are replicable
Co-develop blueprints for the Atlantic-Arctic lighthouse
Develop an Atlantic-Arctic digital knowledge system to support transformative innovation processes.
Provide innovative solutions to the market and foster deliberative democracy
To create an impact by:
Enhance the protection and restoration of ecosystems and biodiversity towards climate neutrality.
Demonstrate nature-based solutions to combat climate change while preserving natural ecosystems.
Empower individuals and communities to make informed choices and take action towards a more sustainable future.
Foster collaboration between stakeholders and advance the global conversation around ocean conservation.