Type: Environment

Ocean Week Brunei 2025 marks the second edition of this important event, focused on raising awareness and mobilizing action for ocean conservation.

While the global theme for World Oceans Day 2025 is “”Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us,”” Ocean Week Brunei 2025 will adopt a broader approach, emphasizing local marine conservation efforts and climate resilience.

Our oceans are critical to life on Earth—they regulate our climate, produce oxygen, and support biodiversity. However, they are increasingly threatened by pollution, overfishing, climate change, and habitat destruction.

The need for collective action is urgent. Throughout Ocean Week Brunei 2025, we will engage the community in educational workshops, beach clean-ups, policy dialogues, and youth advocacy campaigns.

We will spotlight local scientists, activists, and youth leaders who are advocating for the protection of our oceans and the promotion of sustainable practices. Together, we can ensure that our oceans remain healthy and resilient for future generations.

SAVE THE DATE
Expedition: 19 – 25 May 2025
Conference: 16 – 18 June 2025

Expedition –
Location 1: Pulau Selirong
Location 2: Pulau Pelong – Pelongan, Two Fathom Rock and Abana Rock

Conference – International Convention Center

Ocean Week Brunei 2025 marks the second edition of this important event, focused on raising awareness and mobilizing action for ocean conservation.

While the global theme for World Oceans Day 2025 is “”Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us,”” Ocean Week Brunei 2025 will adopt a broader approach, emphasizing local marine conservation efforts and climate resilience.

Our oceans are critical to life on Earth—they regulate our climate, produce oxygen, and support biodiversity. However, they are increasingly threatened by pollution, overfishing, climate change, and habitat destruction.

The need for collective action is urgent. Throughout Ocean Week Brunei 2025, we will engage the community in educational workshops, beach clean-ups, policy dialogues, and youth advocacy campaigns.

We will spotlight local scientists, activists, and youth leaders who are advocating for the protection of our oceans and the promotion of sustainable practices. Together, we can ensure that our oceans remain healthy and resilient for future generations.

SAVE THE DATE
Expedition: 19 – 25 May 2025
Conference: 16 – 18 June 2025

Expedition –
Location 1: Pulau Selirong
Location 2: Pulau Pelong – Pelongan, Two Fathom Rock and Abana Rock

Conference – International Convention Center

“Theme: ‘Smart City Transformation, Biodiversity and Green Supply Chain in Borneo’ The Borneo Studies Network (BSN) is a consortium chaired by Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) that promotes international partnerships in research and education among higher institutions across Borneo.
The conference, held in conjunction with the 10th anniversary of BSN’s founding, aims to mobilise scholars, researchers, students, and civil officers to share facts and findings related to the theme. Its primary focus is on education and research discoveries addressing modern and contemporary issues within the five research clusters: Borneo Biodiversity, Borneo Cultural Heritage and Ethnic Groups, Borneo Sustainable Community and Transformation, Borneo Renewable Material Science and Energy, and Borneo Economy and Banking.
The theme is selected to align with global inclinations towards sustainable development goals, intertwining the relation and application of smart city transformation, biodiversity, and green supply chain factors, specifically to Borneo. The outputs from this conference will contribute to enhancing sustainable future applications through sustainable resources and smarter solutions.”

The proposed mushroom week will involve several activities to engage, educate and inspire participants in the fascinating world of mushrooms. Mushroom Week is an engaging and educational event designed to celebrate the fascinating world of fungi. This program will combine scientific exploration, artistic expression, and cultural appreciation of mushrooms. The event will provide a platform for researchers, artists, students, and the general public to learn, share, and engage with fungi in innovative ways. Through workshops, talks, and interactive activities, Mushroom Week aims to highlight the ecological importance, artistic beauty, and economic potential of mushrooms.

“Theme: “Green Stewardship: Preserving Biodiversity and Advancing Sustainable Development”
Brunei Darussalam actively preserves its tropical rainforests as part of the Heart of Borneo initiative, aligning with its national vision, Wawasan Brunei 2035, which promotes sustainable growth, environmental conservation, and high quality of life. Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) plays a significant role in achieving this vision with its expertise in biodiversity research and environmental science. UBD’s research centers, such as the Institute for Biodiversity and Environmental Research (IBER), lead in studying and preserving Brunei’s ecosystems.
UBD’s commitment to sustainability in its curriculum and its active role in environmental initiatives position it as a leader in promoting green stewardship. The summer camp at UBD offers participants comprehensive insights and hands-on experiences in biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. Objectives: • Biodiversity Understanding. • Linking Local Actions to Global Goals; SDG13 (Climate Action), SDG14 (Life Below Water) and SDG15 (Life on Land). • Promoting Environmental Stewardship. • Leveraging Digital Tools for Environmental Monitoring. • Cultural Exchange and Community Engagement. • Interdisciplinary and Cross-Cultural Collaborations. “