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Developing blue economy principles for Aotearoa New Zealand

This report reviews blue economy principles and their implementation internationally to inform the development of blue economy principles for Aotearoa New Zealand.
Short K, Stancu C, Peacocke L & Diplock J (January 2023)

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A draft set of blue economy principles for Aotearoa New Zealand are proposed for consultation with blue economy businesses and final refinement.

Key points
  • Blue economy principles (BE principles) guide the development of sustainable blue economies internationally.
  • BE principles have been developed by civil society and in the finance and investment sector supporting marine industries.
  • Leading examples include indigenous world views.
  • Draft blue economy principles are proposed for New Zealand to be consulted upon with blue economy businesses.
  • BE principles can guide which blue economy activities should, and should not, be invested in.