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Ocean Biodiversity TechSurge Conference
Tuesday, October 01, 2024 to Wednesday, October 02, 2024
Category: Events

We are excited to announce that the Call for Abstracts and Registration are now open for the Ocean Biodiversity TechSurge! 

Date: October 1 & 2, 2024 
Location: Sheraton Inner Harbor, Baltimore, Maryland 
More Information: Ocean Biodiversity TechSurge Website 

Join the Ocean Enterprise Initiative’s Marine Technology Society (MTS), The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and organizing partners, U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) and Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON) for an insightful conference featuring NOAA’s Chief Scientist. 

Framed in a global context and building on the momentum of the United States National Ocean Biodiversity Strategy, this conference will focus on technologies to address biodiversity loss and market drivers to aggregate supply. Engage in panels and presentations on: 

  • Context, Demand Aggregation, and Benefits of a Globally Scaled Marine Biodiversity Knowledge Network 
  • Powering Solutions to Advance Ocean Biodiversity Technologies and Finance 

Register Today to Attend! 
Secure your spot at the forefront of marine biodiversity solutions. We offer special rates for early ocean career professionals! 

  • ECOP: $150 
  • Early Bird (until Aug 13): $250 
  • Regular: $300 

Register Here 

Call for Abstracts is Open! 
We invite technical abstracts (200-500 words) on the following topics. Full descriptions can be found on the website. Deadline: August 14. 

  • Aggregating Demand for Development and Conservation: Opportunities, Challenges, and Real-World Applications 
  • Supply Side: Technology and Data Innovations for Biodiversity Monitoring, Reporting, Verification, and Forecasting 
  • Financial Tools to Scale Biodiversity Conservation 

Submit an Abstract 

Tech Café & Networking Reception 
Date: October 1 
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM EDT 

  • Showcase your technology at the Tech Café during the Networking Reception ($250 exhibit table) 
  • Network with industry leaders, scientists, and policymakers 

Reserve an Exhibit Table

Sponsorship Opportunities: 

  • Platinum Sponsors: $7,500 USD (5 free registrations, Tech Café table, prominent logo feature, social media post) 
  • Gold Sponsors: $5,000 USD (3 free registrations, Tech Café table, logo on event materials) 
  • Silver Sponsors: $2,500 USD (2 free registrations, logo on event materials) 
For more information or sponsorship inquiries, contact the MTS Events Department at [email protected]. 
Secure your Sponsorship

Additional questions about the event can be sent to Caisey Hoffman, Manager of the Ocean Enterprise Initiative at [email protected].  

Don't miss this essential event! Register and submit your abstracts today! 

 

Contact: [email protected]