Towards a global, sustainable ocean observation system serving socio-ecosystems
- Side-Event
- 10/06/2025
- 18h
- Private
- English
- Invitation only
- 4h
- La Station (IMEV)
- Villefranche-sur-Mer
Description
This event addresses the urgent need for integrated ocean observing systems to assess the impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems and extreme events. As the ocean regulates the Earth’s climate and absorbs most excess heat and CO₂, changes in its physical and biogeochemical state have cascading effects on weather, biodiversity, and societies. To meet growing societal demands, ocean observation must evolve into a sustained, inclusive, and transdisciplinary system that connects physical, ecological, and socio-economic data. Inspired by the broader ambition of SDG 14, the event highlights the value of linking scientific, policy, and local perspectives. It promotes strategies to expand existing systems, integrate extreme event monitoring, and strengthen cooperation across sectors. Emphasis is placed on participatory tools, innovative technologies, and pilot projects to foster actionable knowledge. The goal is not to prescribe a unified new system or institutional structure, but to support ongoing efforts by highlighting emerging needs and sharing lessons across communities.
Speakers
- Sabrina Speich (CNRS)
- Alexander Turra (University of São Paulo & PROASA FAPESP)
- Mauro Cirano (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro & INCT-BAA)
- Joanna Post (GOOS)
- Lynne Shannon (ISC)
- Peter Haugan (ISC)
Proposed by
- Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS)
- University of São Paulo & PROASA FAPESP
- Federal University of Rio de Janeiro & INCT-BAA GOOS
- Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS)
- International Science Council (ISC)
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From the Port of NICE (Port Lympia stop) > Take the Ligne d’Azur 600 (NICE - MONACO - MENTON) in the direction of Villefranche-sur-Mer (get off at "Octroi" stop).
At the Carrefour de l'Octroi:
- To reach the Citadel: Walk down Avenue Sadi Carnot for about 500 meters.
- To reach the Port de la Darse and IMEV: Walk down Avenue du Général de Gaulle towards the Port de la Darse > Continue along Quai de la Corderie until you reach Chemin du Lazaret and arrive at the IMEV building (Zoological Station Sorbonne University - CNRS).
From MONACO (Place des Moulins stop) > Take the Ligne d’Azur 600 (MENTON - MONACO - NICE) towards Villefranche-sur-Mer (get off at "Octroi" stop).
At the Carrefour de l'Octroi:
- To reach the Citadel: Walk down Avenue Sadi Carnot for about 500 meters.
- To reach the Port de la Darse and IMEV: Walk down Avenue du Général de Gaulle towards the Port de la Darse > Continue along Quai de la Corderie until you reach Chemin du Lazaret and arrive at the IMEV building (Zoological Station Sorbonne University - CNRS).
From Nice-Ville station, take the TER train (Direction MONACO), which stops at Villefranche-sur-Mer station. From there, allow about 15 minutes to reach your destination. Walk down the steps towards the seafront. Follow the coast along Quai de l’Amiral Ponchardier in the direction of the Port de la Santé.
At Place Wilson:
- The Citadel is just above you.
- Cross the moat of the Citadel heading towards the Port de la Darse. (Note: the rampart path is closed)
- Then continue along Quai de la Corderie until you reach Chemin du Lazaret and arrive at the IMEV building (Zoological Station Sorbonne University - CNRS).
From the Port of NICE (5.6 km) > Follow the lower coastal road (basse corniche) towards MONACO: Boulevard Carnot > Boulevard Maurice Maeterlinck > Boulevard Princesse Grâce de Monaco > Avenue Maréchal Foch in Villefranche-sur-Mer.
At the Carrefour de l'Octroi:
- To reach the Citadel: Walk down Avenue Sadi Carnot for about 500 meters.
- To reach the Port de la Darse and IMEV: Walk down Avenue du Général de Gaulle towards the Port de la Darse > Continue along Quai de la Corderie until you reach Chemin du Lazaret and arrive at the IMEV building (Zoological Station Sorbonne University - CNRS).
From Beaulieu-sur-Mer (2.7 km) > Head to Pont Saint Jean. Take Avenue Louise Bordes. At the end, go down the steps towards the Promenade des Marinières in Villefranche-sur-Mer. Continue along the beach to Quai de l’Amiral Ponchardier.
At Place Wilson:
- The Citadel is just above you.
- Cross the moat of the Citadel heading towards the Port de la Darse. (Note: the rampart path is closed)
- Then continue along Quai de la Corderie until you reach Chemin du Lazaret and arrive at the IMEV building (Zoological Station Sorbonne University - CNRS).
From AIX-EN-PROVENCE via the A8 “La Provençale” motorway: Take Exit 50 (Nice-Ouest) > Head towards the Promenade des Anglais > Follow the seafront to the Port of NICE > Then take the lower coastal road towards MONACO: Boulevard Carnot > Boulevard Maurice Maeterlinck > Boulevard Princesse Grâce de Monaco > Avenue Maréchal Foch in Villefranche-sur-Mer.
At the Carrefour de l'Octroi:
- To reach the Citadel: Drive down Avenue Sadi Carnot for about 500 meters.
- To reach the Port de la Darse and IMEV: Drive down Avenue du Général de Gaulle towards the Port de la Darse > Continue along Quai de la Corderie until you reach Chemin du Lazaret and arrive at the IMEV building (Zoological Station Sorbonne University - CNRS).
From ITALY via the A8 “La Provençale” motorway: Take Exit 55 (Nice-Est) > Follow Route de Turin in the direction of Bon Voyage / Palais des Expositions > Continue on Route de Turin (M2204B) following signs for the Port > At the Port of NICE > Follow the lower coastal road towards MONACO: Boulevard Carnot > Boulevard Maurice Maeterlinck > Boulevard Princesse Grâce de Monaco > Avenue Maréchal Foch in Villefranche-sur-Mer.
At the Carrefour de l'Octroi:
- To reach the Citadel: Drive down Avenue Sadi Carnot for about 500 meters.
- To reach the Port de la Darse and IMEV: Drive down Avenue du Général de Gaulle towards the Port de la Darse > Continue along Quai de la Corderie until you reach Chemin du Lazaret and arrive at the IMEV building (Zoological Station Sorbonne University - CNRS).
