Ocean Sustainability Summit 2025

Join us for a dynamic discussion on climate-resilient blue food systems at the Oceans@Duke Ocean Sustainability Summit, endorsed by the UN Ocean Decade. This event celebrates 100 years of Duke’s leadership in ocean sustainability and explores how institutions like Duke can source local, regional, and sustainable seafood to reduce carbon footprints and support coastal communities.

Summit Highlights

• Expert Panel Discussions – Industry leaders will explore sustainable seafood sourcing, supply chain transparency, and the role of institutions in driving change.
• Taste of Traceability – A chef-prepared seafood tasting featuring locally sourced, fully traceable seafood from North Carolina’s coast.
• Innovation Showcase – An interactive expo featuring startups and organizations advancing ocean sustainability.
• Capstone Address – Monica Jain (Fish 2.0) will synthesize key insights and outline pathways for institutional change.

Join us and Be Part of the Conversation

Info: Opportunity for networking and innovation showcasealong the wall - stats, fun facts, challenges

Info: Overview of the day

Info: Local + Sustainable = Climate friendly seafood supply chains

Info: Locals Seafood Caters seafood bites that incorporate different species, in-season traceable back to the boat and ocean farm.

Info: Role of NGOs and private sector to help institutions procure more climate-friendly seafood supply chains

Info: Audience asks questions on Slido to any panelist

Info: Monica Jain Fish 2.0 will provide an insightful overview of the discussions from the day and offer an inspiring call to action

Info: Atrium; music with light refreshments

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Gross Hall, 140 Science Drive, Durham, United States