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Originally scheduled for 27 January 2026, the webinar featuring Professor Timothy Beatley has been rescheduled to 24 March 2026, from 14:00 to 15:00 CET. The session is part of the Coastal Resilience Talks series and is organised by the DCC for Coastal Resilience.
The webinar will explore the concept of Blue Urbanism, a forward-looking vision that bridges two realities often considered separately: the Blue Planet and the Urban Planet. As coastal and marine challenges intensify, cities are increasingly recognised as critical actors in supporting ocean health, marine conservation, and ocean literacy.
Participants will be introduced to innovative ways cities can reconnect people with the marine environment — from new forms of urban mapping that make the underwater world visible, to community science initiatives, real-time data technologies, and educational programmes that foster direct, hands-on experiences with marine ecosystems. The discussion will highlight how cities can move beyond awareness and become proactive advocates for the ocean.