The BERMUDA OCEAN PROSPERITY PROGRAMME is a partnership between the Government of Bermuda, the Waitt Institute, and Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS). The goal of Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme is to foster the sustainable, profitable, and enjoyable use of ocean resources for present and future generations.
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PROGRAM GOALS
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THRIVING BLUE ECONOMY
Assist Bermuda with the diversification of its national revenue and strengthen the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and jobs, and continued ecosystem health.
MARINE SPATIAL PLANNING
Develop and legally adopt an enforceable, comprehensive, EEZ-wide Marine Spatial Plan designed sustainably manage resources and protect 20% of Bermuda’s waters as no-take fisheries replenishment zone.
SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES
Improve fisheries management, where appropriate, and partner with stakeholders to support Bermuda’s fisheries goals through consultations, scientific research, and economic analyses.
PROGRAM TIMELINE
MOU
GOVERNANCE & WORK PLANNING
ASSESSMENTS
PLANNING & LEGAL DEVELOPMENT
IMPLEMENTATION
PROGRAM MILESTONES
2019
MOU is signed between the Government of Bermuda, Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences and Waitt Institute.
2020
Virtual public launch event is held to kick off the stakeholder engagement process.
2021
BOPP team will complete the Ocean Use Survey to gather information on how Bermudians use and value their ocean space.
2021
Public consultation for Blue Economy Phase 1 reports on fishing, ocean renewable energy, and blue tourism will begin.
CONTACT US​
You can also reach us directly by contacting Site Coordinator Cheryl Mapp: cmapp@waittinstitute.org
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Learn more at:
https://environment.bm/bermuda-ocean-prosperity