Our Mission

Promoting blue economy through nature-positive solutions

About

Our mission is to accelerate solutions to ocean issues by expanding scientific research, spreading ocean knowledge, and fostering opportunities for businesses and individuals to take an active role in the protection of the marine ecosystems.

Our Vision

One Ocean Foundation is at the forefront of a blue change, acting as a unifying platform to amplify collaborative efforts for ocean conservation.

Our vision is to lead global initiatives with a long-term commitment by generating opportunities of investment on the ocean. We believe that blue business opportunities can generate economic and technological progress by respecting the health of marine and coastal ecosystems.

Our Story

Since 2018, we aim to advance scientific understanding of the ocean and foster sustainable solutions for the protection of the marine ecosystem.

2017
One Ocean Forum

The first forum in Italy dedicated to ocean conservation, held to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda.

2018
Legal Recognition of One Ocean Foundation

One Ocean Foundation is officially established as a non-profit organization dedicated to ocean preservation.

2019May
Launch of the Canyon of Caprera project

A multi-year research project in the Canyon of Caprera aimed at increasing knowledge about marine mammals and providing scientific evidence to support the protection of the area.

2019November
Launch of Business for Ocean Sustainability

One Ocean Foundation presents its first research project on the blue economy at the World Ocean Summit in Paris, exploring the role of businesses in tackling ocean challenges from new perspectives.

2021
First edition of One Ocean Summit Young

An initiative designed to inspire younger generations by showcasing the vast opportunities the ocean offers for the future across different sectors like the blue economy, sports, cinema, art, and science.

2022
First edition of One Ocean Week

A special week of events, conferences, and educational workshops dedicated to the ocean, bringing blue awareness to the city and engaging hundreds of participants.

2023April
Launch of the Blue Forest project

A project focused on the protection and restoration of marine forests. It promotes reforestation initiatives, research programs, and educational activities to highlight the critical role of these ecosystems.

2023June
First edition of the Blue Economy Summit

An international conference discussing the current state of the oceans and the urgent need to mobilize greater financial resources to protect Blue Natural Capital.

2024
Hope Spot recognition for the Canyon of Caprera

The Caprera Canyon is officially recognized as an Hope Spot within the Mission Blue initiative, founded by renowned oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle.

2025
Launch of Ocean Impact Initiative

During the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3), One Ocean Foundation presented the first global framework to analyze the impact of industrial sectors on marine ecosystem.

Let’s protect the Ocean together