The World Bank’s Blue Economy Approach Is Changing Lives, Creating Jobs and Driving Growth
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Learn how the World Bank Group is using its blue economy approach to promote the sustainable use of the ocean.
OUR APPROACH TO
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FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND OCEAN ECONOMIES
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PROGRAMS & PROJECTS
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ON FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND OCEAN ECONOMIES
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Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture
Combating Marine Pollution
Building Sustainable Oceanic Sectors
Integrated Coastal and Marine Ecosystem Management
RESULTS & IMPACT
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FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND OCEAN ECONOMIES
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$11.1 billion
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in financing in FY25 active blue economy portfolio.
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3.3 million
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people benefit from the Word Bank’s Blue Economy portfolio projects, with enhanced resilience to climate risks.
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35.4 million
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hectares of seascapes brought under enhanced conservation and/or sustainable management
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The Ocean, Changing Lives and Powering Growth
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Belize Advances Investments in the Blue Economy
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The Tamed Sea: An Alliance Restored With Coastal Communities
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RESEARCH
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& PUBLICATIONS
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More Research & Publications
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Report
This report shows how blue finance instruments—such as blue bonds, debt-for-nature swaps, and parametric insurance—can plug the gap.
Accelerating Blue Finance: Instruments, Case Studies, and Pathways to Scale
This report shows how blue finance instruments—such as blue bonds, debt-for-nature swaps, and parametric insurance—can plug the gap.
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Harnessing the Waters: Sustainable Aquaculture
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Nature-based Solutions for Beach Stabilization: Opportunities for the Tourism Sector
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Blueing the Black Sea : Turning the Tide of Pollution - Regional Marine Pollution Diagnostics
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MORE ON
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Morocco’s Blue Future: How Aquaculture Can Power Growth and Jobs
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Galápagos: A global hub for conservation and blue economy growth
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Our blue planet is in the red
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OUR PARTNERS
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FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND OCEAN ECONOMIES
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- European Union
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
- Agence Française de Développement
- The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency
- Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation
- Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
Environment
Investments in nature, renewable natural resources, pollution management, and the circular economy create jobs and reduce poverty.
EXPLORE ENVIRONMENT FOCUS AREAS
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