Jul 19, 2026 · 16 min · 10 segments
In the first of two special editions exploring the blue economy, we focus on investments aiming to build a thriving system based on sustainable relationships with ocean resources that are currently…
Athina VoulgariGuest
Alex StihlerGuestTom EdwardsHost
So the blue economy refers to the sustainable use of oceans, waterways, and lakes to support economic growth while also protecting ecosystems and natural resources.
This is what makes it different from the broader ocean economy, which includes all ocean-related activity, whether it is sustainable or not.
So in simple terms, the ocean economy is a bigger umbrella, while the blue economy is the more selective, sustainability-focused part of it.
What also makes it, uh, the, the timing interesting is that this is no longer just a market story.
New regulation and public initiatives around the, the carbonization, energy security, food resilience, and marine protection are creating a more supportive backdrop, which makes the blue economy feel not just relevant, but more actionable from an investment perspective as well.
So the blue economy refers to the sustainable use of oceans, waterways, and lakes to support economic growth while also protecting ecosystems and natural resources.
This is what makes it different from the broader ocean economy, which includes all ocean-related activity, whether it is sustainable or not.
So in simple terms, the ocean economy is a bigger umbrella, while the blue economy is the more selective, sustainability-focused part of it.
What also makes it, uh, the, the timing interesting is that this is no longer just a market story.
New regulation and public initiatives around the, the carbonization, energy security, food resilience, and marine protection are creating a more supportive backdrop, which makes the blue economy feel not just relevant, but more actionable from an investment perspective as well.
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