The Blue Forum: Innovators and Experts in Ocean Tech

The Blue Forum: Innovators and Experts in Ocean Tech

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Dear guest,

Hosted during LA Climate Week 2026 and organized by the FACC California Sustainability Committee, in partnership with AltaSea and Braid Theory, the Blue Forum unites international and intergenerational entrepreneurs boasting over 50 years of combined experience in ocean exploration.

Through dynamic keynotes, expert panels, and dedicated networking, you'll meet the visionaries and discover the tech shaping the future of our oceans. 

Event Timeline:

12:00 – 12:30 PM | Welcome & Networking

12:30 – 1:00 PM | Introduction & Keynotes
• Jean-Louis Etienne presenting his latest exploration project, Polar Pod
Fabien Lamaison, U.S. Director of Plastic Odyssey

1:00 – 1:45 PM | Panel Discussion

Engineering Marine Solutions: Next-Gen Alternatives to Plastics and Pollution

Featuring:
- Michael Arens, Founder, Clean Earth Rover

Mayela Fernandez Cantu, Co-Founder at Ecoplasticity

- Emma Lamb, Co-Founder, Viable Gear

Moderated by Alexandra Farah and Amandine Richard, Co-founders of Recurvence.

1:45 – 3:00 PM | Visit of AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles & Networking

You are welcome to join us for the full program or attend the portions that interest you most. This event is a unique opportunity to connect with innovators and reflect together on the future of our oceans.

We look forward to seeing you there.

The FACC California Team

 

When
April 14th, 2026 from 12:00 PM to  3:00 PM
Location
AltaSea, 2451 South Signal Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
United States
Event Fee(s)
FACC Members $0.00
Non-members fees (includes $1 processing fee) $26.00