01
Governance and coordination
Set up a clear, transparent, and well-organized way for the forum to operate, make decisions, and coordinate stakeholders effectively.
Objectives
Project objectives
02
Evidence for policy
Produce reliable and comparable data, analysis, and insights to support better policy and investment decisions at EU and national level.
03
Engagement and participation
Expand and diversify participation by involving more countries and stakeholders across the entire ocean energy value chain.
04
Awareness, uptake, and market readiness
Improve visibility of the sector and actively engage policymakers, investors, and standardisation bodies to boost trust, investment, and market uptake.
05
Societal, environmental and skills integration
Ensure the transition to ocean energy is fair and inclusive by integrating social aspects, environmental considerations, and skills development.
06
Continuity and sustainability
Develop a long-term plan so the forum can continue operating and creating impact even after EU funding ends.
07
Contribution to the European Research Area (ERA)
Support increased investment in research and innovation for ocean energy and help align with EU targets for R&D spending.