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Marine Policy Coherence Roadmaps

Offshore Wind Roadmap Fisheries Roadmap Agriculture Roadmap

Discover three sectoral roadmaps to improve marine policy coherence in the European Union. Each Roadmap outlines actionable recommendations to support realisation of the Green Deal goals for biodiversity protection, zero pollution and climate change adaptation.

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Offshore Wind Energy & Biodiversity

This roadmap suggests clear recommendations on how to align policy coherence between offshore wind energy development and marine biodiversity protection. It highlights key challenges—such as fragmented governance, inconsistent assessments, and limited coordination—and offers recommendations based on case studies from Germany, the Netherlands, and Norway. By aligning offshore wind energy and biodiversity policies, the roadmap supports a more integrated approach to achieving the goals of the European Green Deal.

Fisheries & Biodiversity Conservation

This roadmap explores how EU fisheries policy can be better aligned with the European Union’s biodiversity objectives under the Biodiversity Strategy for 2030 and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive. It examines existing legal and governance gaps, the limited effectiveness of marine protected areas, and challenges in implementing sustainable fisheries management. The roadmap offers recommendations to strengthen policy coherence, restore marine ecosystems, and ensure fisheries contribute to marine biodiversity protection.

The Marine Environment & Agriculture Pollution

This roadmap outlines a strategic approach to reconciling agricultural runoff management with marine ecosystem protection, focusing on improving policy coherence across freshwater and marine governance frameworks. It highlights key challenges and offers actionable solutions for reducing nutrient pollution. By emphasizing integrated planning, performance-based funding, and enhanced coordination between agricultural and environmental sectors, the roadmap aims to support the protection of sensitive coastal areas with broader EU goals for zero pollution and sustainable food systems.

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