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THE BLUE ECONOMY AND FINANCE | 41
“We will not achieve the targets
of the European Green Deal
without the blue economy, i.e. the
thousands of companies, investors,
innovators and consumers in or
around the sea and coastal areas.”
Virginijus Sinkevičius, European
Commissioner for Environment,
Oceans and Fisheries.
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important as access to green
spaces. Even near a major city,
there must still be the option of
positive experiences with nature.
These matters involve both policy-
makers and residents.”
Bruno Monteferri, Executive
Director, Conservamos por
Naturaleza and Head of Marine
Governance, Peruvian Society for
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Environmental Law.
“Blue companies are particularly
likely to include corporate social
responsibility elements. Oceans hold
the answers and the tools for some
of the most pressing challenges
facing our society, like climate
change and food security, health
and wealth.”
Ricardo Serrão Santos,
Minister of Maritime Affairs, Portugal
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