UNDP & Ocean Innovation Challenge-Sustainable Fisheries Challenge

Recognizing the increasing urgency of addressing unsustainable fishing, the second OIC Challenge, launched in March 2021, seeks innovative solutions that address one or more of the following SDG 14 targets:

  • 14.4 By 2020, end overfishing, IUU fishing and destructive fishing practices
  • 14.7 By 2030, increase the economic benefits to SIDS and LDCs from the sustainable use of marine resources, including through sustainable management of fisheries (and) aquaculture
  • 14.b Provide access for small scale artisanal fishers to marine resources and markets

Project proponents can include governments, private companies (including start-ups), NGO/CSO, United Nations entities, academic institutions, and intergovernmental organizations.

Funder: UNDP

URL: https://oceaninnovationchallenge.org/

Deadline: May 09, 2021