EU mission, restore our ocean and waters

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EU Missions are large-scale initiatives under Horizon Europe designed to tackle major global challenges, such as climate change, cancer, soil health, ocean restoration, and the development of climate-neutral and smart cities. They set clear, time-bound goals and bring together research, policy, and stakeholders to drive innovation and deliver concrete solutions for societal benefit. The Mission provides a systemic approach to the protection and restoration of the ocean and Europe’s seas and waters by 2030, fostering a sustainable marine and freshwater environment. riven by research and innovation and aligning with the European Green Deal targets, the Mission is addressing three specific objectives with clear 2030 targets for: protecting and restoring marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity; preventing and eliminating ocean, sea, and water pollution, and ensuring a sustainable, carbon-neutral, and circular blue economy.