Responsible fisheries management towards biodiversity conservation, climate resilience and carbon neutrality

09/10/2025

16:00 - 17:30

Hall 4B: Forum - Session Room 2 , Hybride (sur site avec diffusion en direct)

Forum

Réduire les risques de dépassement climatique Transition vers des économies et des sociétés positives pour la nature

Pourquoi participer

Join this session to explore how responsible fisheries management can drive biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and carbon neutrality. Gain insights from global experts, discover innovative solutions for sustainable fisheries, and engage in discussions on aligning fisheries policies with climate and conservation goals for a nature-positive future.

Description de la séance

This session will explore the critical role of responsible fisheries in mitigating climate change, preserving marine biodiversity, and contributing to carbon neutrality. Drawing from regional and international experiences, it will highlight how fisheries management can serve as both a climate mitigation and biodiversity conservation tool while supporting economic resilience.
The session will delve into the carbon sequestration potential of marine ecosystems (blue carbon) , the impact of climate change on fish stocks and marine biodiversity, and the integration of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) and ecosystem-based management to ensure fisheries contribute to nature-positive economies.
It will showcase national, regional and international innovative approaches to aligning fisheries policy with climate and conservation goals, emphasizing data-driven decision-making, international cooperation, and investment strategies for sustainable growth.

Organised by

Environment Agency Abu Dhabi ( United Arab Emirates )

Partenaires

Emirates Nature-WWF ( United Arab Emirates )

Environment Agency Abu Dhabi ( United Arab Emirates )

Zoological Society of London ( United Kingdom )