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SUMMARY:PHAROS Plastic Fantastic Hackathon: Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:The Plastic Fantastic Hackathon Bootcamp (11-13 May 2026) is an online innovation challenge where teams come together to design actionable solutions for the detection\, collection\, prevention\, and valorisation of marine litter. \nThe Hackathon is part of PHAROS\, an EU-funded project that aims to provide nature-based solutions for restoring ecosystems and biodiversity while addressing climate change and human impacts in the Atlantic and Arctic maritime regions. \nThe Challenge\nLet’s design and develop solutions to pollution. \nThe contamination of oceans\, seas\, and coastal ecosystems by plastics\, chemicals\, waste\, and other human-derived debris is threatening ecosystems and biodiversity\, human health\, and the sustainability of marine resources. PHAROS is seeking solutions that address this challenge through: \nDetection and monitoring\nMethods and tools to identify\, track\, and assess marine litter sources\, distribution\, and impacts. \nCollection and valorisation\nEfficient systems to remove marine litter and transform recovered materials into valuable resources through reuse\, recycling\, or upcycling. \nReduction and prevention\nStrategies\, products\, and policies that prevent marine litter at its source and reduce its generation across value chains. \n\nWho Can Participate?\nEveryone with ideas\, motivation\, or projects to protect our oceans is welcome! Citizens\, students\, startups\, young professionals\, associations\, NGOs\, and early-stage companies are all invited to join. \nTwo different tracks: \nTrack A – Idea Stage\nFor individuals or teams with early-stage concepts who want to refine\, develop\, and structure their solution. \nTrack B – Emerging Organisations*\nFor recently established companies or small non-profit organisations looking to strengthen\, scale\, or further develop their existing solution. \n*Only for-profit organisations with fewer than 5 years in operation and non-profit organisations with fewer than 5 FTEs are eligible to participate. \n\nBootcamp Agenda\nDay 1 – 11 May\n\n\n17:00–17:30 CET – Welcome and presentation\nWelcome and introduction to the PHAROS project\, the Plastic Fantastic Hackathon\, and participant projects. \n\n\n17:30–19:00 CET – Business modelling masterclass\n#Learn\nTwo parallel sessions for participants: \n\n\nTrack A: Social Business Model Canvas \n\n\nTrack B: Your Business Model in 10 Slides \n\n\n\n\n19:00–19:30 CET – Closure \n\n\nDay 2 – 12 May\n\n\n17:00–17:30 CET – Welcome and icebreaker \n\n\n17:30–19:00 CET – Pitching masterclass\n#Learn\nHow to create a pitch that makes an impact and engages your audience. \n\n\n19:00–19:30 CET – Meet the changemakers\n#Inspire\nPresentation of successfully established initiatives. \n\n\nDay 3 – 13 May\n\n\n17:00–17:30 CET – Welcome and inspirational talk\n#Inspire\nThe Future of Our Seas: Introduction to Marine Environmental Challenges \n\n\n17:30–19:00 CET – Pitching session\nPitching competition for a spot in the Hackathon Days \n\n\n19:00–19:30 CET – Closure \n\n\n\nKey Dates for the Plastic Fantastic Hackathon Series\n\n\nIdeation Workshop: 15 April \n\n\nBootcamp: 11–13 May \n\n\nHackathon: 18–19 May
URL:https://pharosproject.eu/event/pharos-plastic-fantastic-hackathon-bootcamp/
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SUMMARY:PHAROS Plastic Fantastic Hackathon Days (18–19 May 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Plastic Fantastic Hackathon Days is an online innovation challenge where teams come together to design actionable solutions for the detection\, collection\, prevention\, and valorisation of marine litter. \nLet’s design and develop solutions to pollution. \nThe contamination of oceans\, seas\, and coastal ecosystems by plastics\, chemicals\, waste\, and other human-derived debris is threatening ecosystems and biodiversity\, human health\, and the sustainability of marine resources. \nPHAROS is seeking solutions that address this challenge through: \nDetection and monitoring\nMethods and tools to identify\, track\, and assess marine litter sources\, distribution\, and impacts. \nCollection and valorisation\nEfficient systems to remove marine litter and transform recovered materials into valuable resources through reuse\, recycling\, or upcycling. \nReduction and prevention\nStrategies\, products\, and policies that prevent marine litter at its source and reduce its generation across value chains. \n\nAgenda\nDay 1 – 18 May 2026\n\n\n10:00–10:30 CET – Welcome and presentation\nWelcome and introduction to the day’s agenda and the experts. \n\n\n10:30–11:00 CET – Ecosystem mapping\n#Connect\nWorkshop to map stakeholders in the blue economy ecosystem. \n\n\n11:00–13:00 CET – Meet the experts: 1:1 coaching sessions\n#Learn\nTwo one-hour sessions with business and sustainability experts who will coach you to refine and improve the technical aspects and viability of your project. \n\n\n13:00–14:15 CET – Lunch break \n\n\n14:15–15:15 CET – Panel discussion: Funding the Blue Economy\n#Inspire\nPanel discussion with representatives from public\, private\, and non-profit institutions on different funding strategies and opportunities for blue economy projects. \n\n\n15:15–17:00 CET – Supported free working time\nFree time to work on your project with support from the Impact Hub Athens facilitation team. \n\n\n\nDay 2 – 19 May 2026\n\n\n17:00–17:30 CET – Welcome and keynote speech (DG MARE)\nWelcome\, presentation of the jury members\, and keynote speech by the European Commission (DG MARE) on the EU’s Ocean Mission and the role of social entrepreneurs. \n\n\n17:30–18:50 CET – Pitching competition \n\n\n18:50–19:00 CET – Announcement of winners \n\n\n\nThe Hackathon is part of PHAROS\, an EU-funded project that aims to provide nature-based solutions for restoring ecosystems and biodiversity while addressing climate change and human impacts in the Atlantic and Arctic maritime regions. \nMore information: https://pharosproject.eu/hackathon/
URL:https://pharosproject.eu/event/pharos-plastic-fantastic-hackathon-days-18-19-may-2026/
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SUMMARY:Blue Transition Policy
DESCRIPTION:Brussels will host the Blue Transition event\, bringing together policymakers\, experts\, and practitioners to explore innovative water solutions for a climate‑resilient North Sea region. \nOrganised by the Flanders Environment Agency and the Interreg North Sea Programme\, the event marks the culmination of 3.5 years of project work and more than a decade of collaboration on sustainable water management. \nThe programme will spotlight practical approaches to safeguarding water resources while supporting agriculture\, restoring peatlands and wetlands\, improving soil health\, and strengthening regional climate adaptation. \nKey themes include groundwater management\, water storage\, water abstraction\, SaveWater strategies\, and resilience planning. \nParticipants will gain insights into tested solutions and recommendations that can guide future policy and investment across the North Sea region. The event also offers opportunities for exchange with partners working at the forefront of water and climate challenges. \nFurther details\, including agenda and registration\, will be shared through the Interreg North Sea communication channels.
URL:https://pharosproject.eu/event/blue-transition-policy/
LOCATION:Brussel\, Brussels\, Belgium
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SUMMARY:European Maritime Day\, Limassol 21-22 May 2026
DESCRIPTION:European Maritime Day 2026 will take place in Limassol\, Cyprus on the 21-22 May 2026 as an in-person event with plenary sessions live streamed. \nThe EMD is the occasion to pay tribute to “maritime Europe” and put all maritime sectors and activities in the spotlight to help European citizens realise the real outreach and variety of sea-related activities going on in Europe and provoke reflection on the crucial role the seas play in our everyday life. \nIt is the annual event during which Europe’s maritime community meet to network\, discuss and outline joint action on maritime affairs and sustainable blue economy. \nThe EMD is also the place where ‘Ocean Leaders Meet’. It provides an engaging and interactive experience to catch up on the current state of play on a broad range of issues concerning the blue economy and the marine environment and to discuss ways of moving forward. It features inspirational speakers\, thematic sessions\, stakeholder workshops\, exhibition and lots of networking opportunities. The EMD targets professionals from businesses\, governments\, public institutions\, NGOs and academia as well as EU citizens interested in the sea. \nThe EMD2026 is organised by the European Commission\, the Shipping Deputy Ministry of the Republic of Cyprus and the Limassol Municipality.
URL:https://pharosproject.eu/event/european-maritime-day-limassol-21-22-may-2026/
LOCATION:Limassol\, Cyprus\, Cyprus
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SUMMARY:Pharos MarCoLab Ireland Mega Event
DESCRIPTION:Living Lab in Kerry & Cork\, 26–28 May 2026 \nMarCoLab Ireland invites you to the second PHAROS Mega Event\, an exciting three-day event from 26 to 28 May 2026 in South-West Ireland (Kerry and West Cork). \nJoin the Atlantic and Arctic Lighthouse community to promote marine restoration\, ocean literacy\, and the blue economy in Ireland. \nParticipants will gather from 26–28 May in Kerry and Cork for the Mega Event Ireland\, uniting government\, researchers\, innovators\, educators\, businesses\, investors\, and local communities to launch two Living Labs. Together\, we’ll tackle marine restoration challenges through citizen engagement\, school programmes\, and innovative demonstrations. Highlights include the MINKA Living Lab launch\, “Waste to Worth” 3D printing\, fisher-led initiatives\, a Blue Schools webinar\, a STEM building tour\, an art exhibition\, and a visit to Bantry Marine Research Station’s kelp farm. \nMarCoLab Ireland is a blue economy innovation space whose name sums up its mission: Mar as the ocean\, Co as collaboration\, cooperation\, and co-creation\, and Lab as a living lab. The word MarCo within its name explicitly refers to a framework—a shared structure where\, through the quadruple helix\, innovation and awareness around nature-based solutions are fostered to balance the economy and environmental protection. \n\nAgenda\nTuesday\, 26 May 2026\nThe first day kicks off at MTU Kerry’s new STEM Building with registration\, the Opening Ceremony\, and a PHAROS project overview. Key sessions include “Waste to Worth” showcasing 3D printing from marine waste\, and “Fisher Guardians” on transforming fishing gear. \nAfter a tour of the €20 million facility\, we transfer to Maharees to launch the MINKA Living Lab with local conservation volunteers. The day concludes with “Pint of Science” and a Local Seafood Demo\, where marine science meets culinary delight. \nWednesday\, 27 May 2026\nDay 2 opens with a marine art exhibition and Living Lab video launch\, followed by a panel discussion on enhancing the Living Lab. Local schools share their conservation work and seek expert advice. After lunch\, the PHAROS Futures networking event connects partners to maximise project impact. \nIn the afternoon\, join an optional visit to Fenit’s native oyster beds—Europe’s last—by Greenway cycle or bus. The day ends with a social dinner and traditional Irish music session. A perfect blend of culture\, community\, and collaboration. \nThursday\, 28 May 2026\nThe final day takes us to scenic Bantry Bay\, County Cork\, hosted at the Bantry Marine Research Station. Led by Dr Julie Maguire\, we’ll tour the PHAROS demo site featuring an innovative kelp farm cultivating winged and sugar kelp. Learn how this nature-based solution monitors ecosystem restoration alongside a nearby salmon farm. \nIt’s a hands-on look at cutting-edge aquaculture research in one of Ireland’s most stunning coastal settings—a fitting close to three days of collaboration and discovery. \nLink: https://pharosproject.eu/pharos-news/pharos-marcolab-ireland-mega-event-living-lab-in-kerry-cork-26-28-may-2026/
URL:https://pharosproject.eu/event/pharos-marcolab-ireland-mega-event/
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