Eco Wave Power takes principled stand at UN Ocean Conference
CASCAIS,
In addition to the Ten Principles of the
The world depends on a healthy, productive and resilient ocean for food security, climate mitigation and economic livelihoods. Climate change, overfishing, pollution, and unsustainable and inequitable development are damaging the health of our ocean and seas.
"Today's commitment by 150 blue economy companies showcases the private sector's willingness to support SDG 14. Healthy and productive oceans rely on all actors to do their part. I am encouraged by these companies and their commitment to integrate ocean health into their corporate strategies," said
"The ocean is the source of all life on the planet, and our ability to mitigate the effects of climate change starts with the ocean," said
Eco Wave Power joins some of the largest blue economy companies, including
Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life below water) still has the lowest level of financial investment of any of the 17 SDGs 1 . There is a need for increased public, private, and blended financing to foster a sustainable blue economy.
The
The full list of signatories on the Sustainable Ocean Principles can be found here.
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Eco Wave Power is a leading onshore wave energy technology company that developed a patented, smart and cost-efficient technology for turning ocean and sea waves into green electricity. Eco Wave Power's mission is to assist in the fight against climate change by enabling commercial power production from the ocean and sea waves.
Eco Wave Power is recognized as a "Pioneering Technology" by the
Eco Wave Power's American Depository Shares (WAVE) are traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market. More info: www.ecowavepower.com
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1 https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Tracking_Investment_in_and_Progress_Toward_SDG14.pdf
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