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Sustainable Ocean Solutions Kick-off

Farvatn invites the Sustainable Ocean Solutions (SOS) Community to an inspiring kickoff in Bergen during One Ocean Week, setting the stage for the SOS Summit 2025 in San Francisco.‍

Time:
April 7, 2025 6:00 PM
Place:
Frescohallen, Bergen
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‍Farvatn invites the Sustainable Ocean Solutions (SOS) Community to an inspiring kickoff in Bergen during One Ocean Week, setting the stage for the SOS Summit 2025 in San Francisco.‍

This evening will offer a first look at the discussions, partnerships, and groundbreaking initiatives unfolding at the SOS Summit on November 6. This will be followed by an extraordinary voyage from San Francisco to San Diego aboard the historic Statsraad Lehmkuhl as part of the One Ocean Expedition 2025–2026.

A global community for ocean solutions

SOS goes beyond borders, bringing together scientists, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and activists to drive real impact for ocean health. We connect expertise across continents—spanning research, innovation, and policy—to ensure a thriving and sustainable ocean for future generations.

The Creative Destruction Lab (CDL), a globally recognized accelerator for science and tech startups, will share key insights from their Ocean session in Bergen during One Ocean Week, showcasing how early-stage companies are shaping the future of ocean solutions.

An evening of insight & inspiration

• Engaging keynote talks from ocean pioneers

• Thought-provoking discussions on sustainability and innovation

• Networking with fellow ocean champions

Throughout the evening, you’ll see how the historic Statsraad Lehmkuhl sparks innovation, discover the latest updates in ocean sustainability from San Francisco, and hear how life at sea inspires bold thinking. A brief cultural moment celebrates our bond with the ocean, while a spotlight on OceanX shows how exploration, science, and media can unite to protect it. We’ll highlight the power of storytelling and new technologies to drive real solutions, share lessons from One Ocean Week, and wrap up with an exciting glimpse of the upcoming SOS Summit in San Francisco.

This event is by invitation only. Program details and registration will be shared with the Sustainable Ocean Solutions Community.

Speakers

Johan Brand

Johan Brand

Founder
We Are Human
Johan Odvar Odfjell

Johan Odvar Odfjell

Director
Farvatn Venture
Dorothy Dankel

Dorothy Dankel

Senior Research Scientist
SINTEF Ocean
Sharon Røe

Sharon Røe

Senior Advisor, Sustainability & Tech
Innovation Norway, San Francisco
Alexander Bergo

Alexander Bergo

Director
Innovation Norway San Francisco and Bay Area
Alfredo Giron Nava

Alfredo Giron Nava

Head, Ocean Action Agenda
World Economic Forum
Malin Haara

Malin Haara

Project manager
Maritime Bergen
Amber LeBlanc

Amber LeBlanc

Communicator & Activist
One Ocean Youth Panel
Mattie Rodrigue

Mattie Rodrigue

Science Program Director
OceanX

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