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Bridging the Gap between ocean and coastal data and societal needs to deliver actionable information

Name: 2026 GEO Symposium and the 21st GEO Plenary
Start: 2026-05-26
End: 2026-05-28
Location: Geneva, Switzerland

GEO Blue Planet is an initiative of the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) that focuses on leveraging ocean and coastal data to inform policy and decision-making. It operates at the intersection of science, policy, and society, aiming to ensure that observation and prediction are translated into actionable knowledge for sustainable ocean and coastal management.

GEO Blue Planet works through a network of experts, partner organizations, and working groups to produce outreach materials, host workshops, develop decision-support tools, and facilitate training and information exchange.

MISSION

GEO Blue Planet’s mission is to bridge the gap between ocean and coastal data and decision-making by ensuring that Observation and Prediction are accessible, understandable, and usable for stakeholders across sectors. It aims to support sustainable ocean and coastal management through collaboration, innovation, and capacity building.

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