During London Climate Action Week, Blue Marine Foundation brought the ocean to the centre of the climate conversation through four days of events at Kanaloa House in Soho. This was the first permanent home for the ocean during a London Climate Action Week. Held from 22–25 June in partnership with Kanaloa and 10% for the Ocean, the events demonstrated how ocean-climate solutions can help address some of the most pressing challenges facing people and the planet.
Across 17 events, a simple but increasingly urgent message was clear: if the world is to meet its climate and nature goals by 2030, the ocean must be part of the solution.
Ocean-based approaches have the potential to unlock outcomes that benefit climate, nature and people simultaneously. From restoring marine ecosystems and protecting biodiversity to supporting decarbonisation and strengthening food and energy security, these solutions can help align efforts to tackle the climate and biodiversity crises as one connected challenge.
A particular highlight of the week was a public engagement event in Golden Square, Soho, which brought ocean issues beyond conference rooms and into the heart of the city. The square was transformed with interactive games from the Solent Seascape Project, a collaborative colouring artivism installation led by the Sustainable Ocean Alliance, live performances from Em the Master and Madame Ghandi and film screenings designed to inspire curiosity and action. The event attracted significant public interest and was featured on ITV News, helping to bring ocean-climate solutions to a wider audience.
The week also welcomed an exceptional line-up of speakers. Among them was renowned oceanographer Dr Sylvia Earle, whose opening remarks helped launch a panel discussion on the 30×30 target and the importance of ambitious ocean protection. We also hosted an evening reception with the High Seas Alliance as we look ahead to COP1 of the BBNJ Agreement.
As momentum builds towards 2030, protecting and restoring the ocean is not a niche environmental issue. By bringing together diverse voices and highlighting practical solutions, the week demonstrated the growing recognition that a healthy ocean is essential for a healthy future.
