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Read the news articles from Blue Cluster about innovative activities and expertise in the sustainable blue economy.

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Looking back on a successful Blue Sessions Day

Blue Cluster is convinced that innovation stems from having very diverse actors exchange ideas on a central topic. That is why we organise regular networking events for our members and partners.

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Federal government commits to nature restoration in the North Sea

The North Sea is a breeding ground for life. You will find a true treasure trove of fauna and flora below the water surface. However, human activities and climate change have had a significant impact on the area’s biodiversity.

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Calls for LIFE programme 2022 are open

The European Commission supports innovative projects that fit in the European nature, environment and climate policy through the EU LIFE programme. A €598 million budget is available this year. It has been possible to submit project proposals for various calls since 17 May.

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EU recognises the potential of floating solar panels at sea

Solar energy at sea could potentially play an important role in our energy supply in the future. Offshore wind farms are very important in this regard, as large vessels are not allowed to sail between offshore wind farms.

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BlueMarine³.com in the spotlight

With the global rise of aquaculture, the demand for high-quality breeding material has increased considerably. People are increasingly looking at alternative protein sources, such as microalgae. The BlueMarine³.Com project partners are investigating the performance of three promising new species of microalgae.

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Wind Energy Technology Summit 2022 coming up

Wind energy plays an essential role in the energy transition and is crucial to the European Green Deal. Belgium is currently one of the leading players in offshore wind. But what does the future hold? Find out during the inspiring masterclass and 2 thematic events.

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Getting started with the WaterBarometer

The availability of water of sufficient quality is an obstacle to economic growth in Flanders. There is therefore a need for innovative water management, including the use of alternative water sources.

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Sustainable Blue Economy: international discussion in Brussels

The sea holds the key to our future. To make that future a reality, we must make a strong commitment as a society to sustainability and a sustainable blue economy.

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Looking back at the finished AlgaeDemo project

The final conference of the AlgaeDemo project took place on 21 April 2022. This project investigated the feasibility of large-scale seaweed cultivation in the North Sea. After an explanation of the project’s main conclusions, a visit was paid to the cultivation site.

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Sustainable blue economy important topic in eMSP NBSR

The opening conference of the eMSP NBSR project on 22 February was attended by over 150 enthusiastic participants from Europe and beyond. The various topics of the project were discussed during the event. A sustainable blue economy was considered the principal topic by the majority of the attendants.

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Support measures in the context of Brexit

On 31 January 2020, the United Kingdom withdrew from the EU, the EU Customs Union and the European internal market. Since then, Brexit has had a considerable impact on the business world Fortunately, several mechanisms have been put in place to financially support affected businesses.

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Interreg: a thorough introduction

Did you know the European Union has been promoting cooperation between European border regions through Interreg for more than 30 years? The Interreg projects show that geographical borders do not have to be barriers, and even provide many opportunities for growth and successful cooperation.