The most anticipated blue event of the year is back in Milan! The fourth edition of One Ocean Week, conceived and promoted by One Ocean Foundation, will take place from May 22 to 25.
At the heart of the event is the Ocean Sphere, set up in Piazza XXIV Maggio, a true hub dedicated to the ocean, where science, culture, and innovation come together. The programfeatures talks, educational workshops for children, hands-on activities for adults, and film screenings—an immersive experience to explore the marine world and its vital role for our Planet.
- All events are free of charge and accessible through registration -
Did you know that only 5% of the ocean has been explored, while it is estimated to host 80% of all living species? The rest remains an unknown world, full of mysteries and fundamental dynamics that sustain Earth's balance.
During One Ocean Week, we’ll take you on a journey into the ocean’s unexplored depths. Join us to discover the sea’s hidden secrets and its impact on the future of our Planet!
Beyond words—real, tangible solutions for ocean protection.
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Engaging new generations to shape a sustainable future.
Positioning Milan as an international hub for ocean conservation.
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22 May
Time
Event
Description
Speakers
Registration
10:30 - 12:00
Blue Forest in Sardinia
Press conference for the Posidonia oceanica reforestation project in Cala di Volpe
Speakers
Giulia Ceccherelli (UniSassari),
Filippo Bettini (Pirelli),
Mario Ferraro (Smeralda Holding),
Jan Pachner (OOF).
Moderator: Edoardo Vigna (Pianeta 2030, Corriere della Sera)
14:00 - 17:00
Animals in the waves and water biologists
Educational workshops for children
Speakers
ADMaiora (Acquario di Milano)
Registration
By registration only18:00 - 19:30
From data to action: the role of the Ocean Impact Initiative
Italian launch of the first global framework to assess the impact of economic sectors on marine ecosystems
Speakers
Stefano Pogutz (SDA Bocconi),
Federico Fumagalli (McKinsey),
Ambra Cozzi (OOF).
Moderator: Jan Pachner (OOF)
20:00 - 21:00
Blue Food Revolution
Talk on the future of low environmental impact food
Speakers
Barbara Nappini (Slow Food),
Chiara Pavan (chef),
Carlotta Santolini (Blueat).
Moderator: Anna Favella
21:00 - 23:00
Ocean Cinema
"Home is the ocean" di Livia Vonaesch
Speakers
In collaboration with Riviera International Film Festival
23 May
Time
Event
Description
Speakers
Registration
18:00 - 19:00
Connecting the dots
Informative talk on the interdependencies between humans, land, and water
Speakers
Luca Cerruti (KelpEAT),
Helene Molinari (Fondazione SUMus),
Paolo Frigati (Persea Benefit),
Francesco Notari (Ogyre).
Moderator: Chiara Patitucci (Regenerative Society Foundation)
19:00 - 20:00
Towards Neverland
Book presentation published by Mondadori
Speakers
Niccolò Banfi (photographer and explorer),
Moderator: Max Sirena (sailor)
20:00 - 21:00
Sharks: between illegal hunting and scientific research
Informative talk on threats, conservation, and scientific studies on sharks
Speakers
Marco Spinelli (documentarista e divulgatore),
Ginevra Boldrocchi (UniInsubria/OOF).
Moderator: Anna Favella
21:00 - 23:00
Ocean Cinema
Short films exploring the sea
Speakers
In collaboration with Ocean Film Festival
24 May
Time
Event
Description
Speakers
Registration
10:00 - 11:00
Yoga Session
Gyrokinesis class
Speakers
In collaboration with The Garden
Registration
By registration only11:30 - 12:30
As Above So Below
Storytelling for the ocean, whales as ancestors, indigenous wisdom and creativity for change
Speakers
Anahita Babaei (Last Whaling Station),
Johanna Maggy (holistic coach)
Moderator: Elizabeth Zhivkova (Zeitgeist19)
14:00 - 17:00
Discovering marine animals and life aboard a ship
Workshops for children
Speakers
In collaboration with Sea Shepherd Italia
18:00 - 19:00
The wanderers of the sea
Book presentation published by Codice Edizioni
Speakers
Giorgia Bollati (Giornalista)
Moderator: Mauro Garofalo (Giornalista)
20:00 - 21:00
A sea to save
Debate on the importance of preserving the blue heart of our Planet
Speakers
Andrea Morello (Sea Shepherd),
Giovanni Storti (attore)
21:00 - 23:00
Ocean Cinema
"Patrick and the Whale" di Terra Mater studios
Speakers
In collaboration with Riviera International Film Festival
25 May
Time
Event
Description
Speakers
Registration
10:00 - 11:00
Yoga Session
Yoga class
Speakers
In collaboration with The Garden
Registration
By registration only14:00 - 17:00
A sea of origami and sounds from the depths
Workshops for children and adults
Speakers
Origamate and Menkab
18:00 - 19:30
Blue Taste: the future is served
Cooking & cocktail workshop
Speakers
In collaboration with Blueat, AlgaUlisse, KelpEAT e Portofino Dry Gin
Registration
By registration only21:00 - 23:00
Final evening
Conclusion of Ocean Week
Speakers
Special guest
