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Ocean Resilience Innovation Challenge 2026

Key Information

Organisation

Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance

Status

Closed

Application Deadline

30 Jun 2026

Program Type

Challenge

Amount

USD 25,000

About this Program

Seeking innovative solutions to build ocean resilience and protect blue carbon ecosystems.

Benefits & What You Get

Grants up to $25k; technical assistance; investor pitch opportunities.

Eligibility

Global startups with community-led ocean conservation models.

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