2024 Blue Innovation Day

Blue Innovation exists to connect researchers, organizations, and community members who are passionate about protecting our ocean and water sources. There is an urgent need, as well as an opportunity, for scalable new technologies, solutions, and ventures to improve ocean and water sustainability.  

Join Santa Cruz Works on Sunday, October 6, 2024, from 11:00am-3:30pm for a variety of activities in and outside of the UC Santa Cruz Seymour Marine Discovery Center for a full day of inspirational exhibits from companies, artists, small businesses, non-profits, and researchers who are tackling the water and ocean challenges created by climate change. Enjoy food trucks, live bands, tours, scavenger hunts, fun hands-on activities for all ages, and information on the latest technologies, research, and programs for supporting our blue planet.  

Don’t miss the O’Neill Sea Odyssey raffle with prizes like local dinners and a sunset sail. Register for free and be automatically entered. Winners will be announced at 1:45 pm and must be present to claim prizes. 

All outdoor activities are FREE and open to the public (e.g., lightning talks, exhibits, tours, bands, food trucks, etc.). Workshops require paid admission and access to the Seymour Center’s interior exhibit hall; both require a separate admission fee.  

Blue Innovation is hosted by Santa Cruz Works and the Seymour Marine Discovery Center at UC Santa Cruz in collaboration with UC Santa Cruz Innovation and Business Engagement Hub, the City of Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County Office of Education, and Cabrillo College. 

Blue Innovation is sponsored by the UC Santa Cruz Center for Coastal Climate Resilience, Ocean Film Festival, and the O’Neill Sea Odyssey.