Unleashing The Blue Data Economy: INTERGEO Expert Panel Talk with north.io CEO Jann Wendt

The "Maritime Geodata"- Panel, titled "Unleashing The Blue Data Economy: Navigating Opportunities & Political Strategies for Europe's Future" was held at INTERGEO in Berlin 11.10.2023
Discussants:
Dieter Janecek, Maritime Coordinator at the German Federal Ministry for Economics and Climate Action
Professor Dr. Martin Visbeck, Head of Research Unit Physical Oceanography, at the GEOMAR Helmholtz-Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, Head of Research Unit Physical Oceanography
Jann Wendt, CEO of north.io
Description:
In an era where data is hailed as the new gold, a revolutionary economic frontier is emerging - the Blue Data Economy.
In their presentations and discussion our experts will delve into the core of the Blue Data Economy - an ecosystem built upon the ocean of information generated by maritime activities, satellite imagery, and underwater sensors.
The panel will shed light on the prospects of data-driven innovations, smarter resource management, and sustainable solutions. Join us in unraveling how businesses, governments, and academia can forge meaningful collaborations to unlock the full potential of Blue Data.
However, charting this unexplored territory requires strategic political initiatives. What are the vital political steps necessary to create a nurturing environment for the Blue Data Economy's growth in Germany and Europe? We explore how policymakers can foster data privacy, incentivize investments, and empower local industries to spearhead global leadership.
Prepare to embark on a journey of ideas, insights, and inspirations as we envision the future of the Blue Data Economy. "Charting the Course" will leave you equipped with fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a profound understanding of how the Blue Data Economy is set to shape the destiny of Europe's economic landscape.
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About the Speakers:
DIETER JANECEK
Federal Ministry for Economics and Climate Action | BMWK, Maritime Coordinator
Dieter Janecek is a Member of the German Bundestag and currently serves as Federal Government Coordinator for the Maritime Economy and Tourism since January 18, 2023. Throughout the 20th legislative term, he held the role of Spokesman for Economic Policy and actively engaged in key committees including Economic Affairs, Climate & Energy, and Education. In the subsequent 19th legislative term, he adeptly advanced Industrial Policy and Digital Economy, representing the Bündnis 90/Die Grünen parliamentary group in the Digital Agenda Committee and chairing the Committee on Economic Affairs and Energy. His influence extended to the 18th legislative period, contributing to the Enquete Commission on "Artificial Intelligence - Social Responsibility and Economic, Social, and Ecological Potentials." Notably, from 2008 to 2014, Janecek assumed the position of Bavarian State Chairman for Bündnis 90/Die Grünen, making a significant impact. His involvements in district committees, assembly memberships, and Green Party leadership roles reflect his dedication. Janecek holds a Political Science degree from the Munich School of Politics and previously worked as a Public Relations Officer at Weber Shandwick.
PROF DR. MARTIN VISBECK
GEOMAR Helmholtz-Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, Head of Research Unit Physical Oceanography
Martin Visbeck is head of research unit Physical Oceanography at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel and professor at Kiel University, Germany. His research interests revolve around ocean’s role in the climate system, ocean circulation, upwelling systems, integrated global ocean observation, digital-twins of the ocean and the ocean dimension of sustainable development.
JANN WENDT
north.io GmbH, CEO & Marispace-X Initiator
Jann Wendt is a geoinformatician, founder and entrepreneur from Kiel. During his studies, he studied the exploration of our earth from space by satellites and heard for the first time about the overview effect: the realisation of astronauts who see the earth and all its connections holistically for the first time from a huge distance. Since then, his goal has been to make the complexity of the world visible and understandable. Through his company north.io, he uses technology to address the issues of climate change, energy transition and digital transformation. To make sense of the sheer size of the land masses and oceans, Jann and his team of 70 employees in Kiel, Germany, have developed a software solution that uses geo-information to make the world understandable. He has initiated numerous projects with the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection, GEOMAR and the Fraunhofer Institute, among others, focusing on climate change, environmental protection and digital transformation. Today, north.io provides digital solutions to public authorities and businesses seeking to address the impending climate crisis and to ensure the responsible use of our oceans and land.