Ocean Institute
The Ocean Institute is an independent, non-profit think tank and member-based association,
established in 2021 on the initiative of the VELUX FOUNDATION and funded through 2031.
Ocean Institute does not represent the interests of individual members. We represent the ocean itself, acting as a voice for its protection and responsible stewardship. This commits us to operating
independently of economic interests and party-political influence. Since 2021, we have leveraged
the best available knowledge to shed light on the
state of the ocean and to support decision-makers
in responding with the required urgency and effectiveness.
We are organized as a member-based association to ensure strong and active engagement with external stakeholders. We gather insights from a diverse array of stakeholders and through collaborations with our members. Our members help shape the direction of our work, and their perspectives are considered essential to the quality, impact and continued development of the Institute.
Our team's broad range of expertise and diverse experiences enables us to confront ocean challenges with a transdisciplinary perspective, blending insights from various fields to develop holistic solutions that drive action for the betterment of marine ecosystems.
International perspective
Unlike terrestrial ecosystems, the ocean’s fluid nature often allows actions taken in one part of the world to show up as profound impacts on marine resources thousands of miles away. The interconnected nature of our ocean is at the core of the Ocean Institute's global outlook, shaping its commitment to both regional and international cooperation.
Our members
Organisations, business, NGOs, research institutions, and individuals with knowledge, experience, or interest in the marine environment, are eligible for membership at The Ocean Institute. All members commit, upon joining the association, to work towards fulfilling our objectives, including refraining from actions that would undermine these objectives.
Neither VELUX FONDEN nor our members hold decision-making authority over the Ocean Institute’s focus areas, analyses, conclusions, or recommendations, including the methods of conducting and communicating them.
This is our member base:
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BAC Impalloy
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BAWAT
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Birdlife Denmark
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Cooperation of water sports
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Danish Agriculture and Food Council
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Danish Aquaculture
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Danish Fishers PO
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DANVA
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The Danish Hunters' Association
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Danish Low-Impact Fishers Producer Organisation
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Danish Outdoor Council
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The Danish Pelagic Producers Organisation (DPPO)
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The Danish Society for Nature Conservation
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DHI
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Energinet
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EUC Nordvest
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European Energy
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FOGA Consult
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Green Power Denmark
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Havhoest
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Hedeselskabet
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KIMO Denmark
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Koege Bugt Alliancen
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Lystfisk.dk
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Living Sea
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NCC
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NIVA Denmark
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Orsted
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Roede Nielsen
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Sould
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Sund and Baelt
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The Danish Association for Sport Fishing
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Thyboron Port
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TotalEnergies
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Vattenfall
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Wadden Sea National Park
Our values
How we approach knowledge, solutions, and collaboration
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Whenever we highlight a problem, we strive to propose at least one solution.
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Our statements are always based on best available knowledge, framed with an objective perspective.
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We engage with our members and take their input into account.
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We inform our members of our findings before they are made public.
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We are only part of the solution. The bigger solution lies in collaborative approaches.
Our publications
We are currently working towards translating our publications into English to reach a broader audience and empower stakeholders beyond Danish speakers by sharing our insights and expertise to promote better solutions for the ocean. Our translations will be available on this page, free of charge as they are completed.
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September 2024
Analysis and Recommendations
Vision for a forward-thinking fishery with less environmental impact
