​www.oceanic.global Who is Oceanic Global? Oceanic Global is an international 501 (c)(3) nonprofit working to reconnect humanity to the Ocean and provide tangible solutions for all levels of society to coexist in harmony with our Blue Planet. How does Oceanic Global engage different stakeholders? Our core programs focus on engaging People & Community, Business & Industry, and Institution & Policy to not only meet the Ocean’s immediate needs, but also to reshape systems and restore balance for the long-term. What is the Blue Standard? The Blue Standard (Blue) is Oceanic Global’s industry program [B2B] — a first-of-its-kind, cross-industry standard that empowers businesses of all sizes to achieve measurable impact that protects our Blue Planet, while establishing universal accountability for sustainable business leadership. How does the Blue Standard fit within Oceanic Global? Blue focuses on business & industry operational solutions, and it complements Oceanic Global’s work across education & experiences, storytelling & cause marketing, and ecosystem protection and restoration grants. How does Oceanic Global typically work with businesses? Verification is typically the starting point — from there, partnerships often expand into a broader 360° engagement across sustainability strategy, implementation, cause marketing, communications, and grants.

beyond verification Optional Pathway for Events To Extend Impact Beyond Blue Verification. Blue Verification is often the starting point. Beyond verification, Oceanic Global partners with events to design and deliver high-impact programming that advances ocean solutions and deepens audience engagement. These collaborations can be integrated into existing events or developed as standalone experiences — extending impact, elevating visibility, and connecting audiences to meaningful ocean action. Partner With Us Optional Extensions Designed to integrate ocean action into climate, business, and cultural conversations Educational Workshops & Roundtables For corporate partners, teams, and sector-specific stakeholders Featured Example Scaling Ocean-Climate Action A curated industry roundtable Thought Leadership & Industry Engagement For cross-sector collaboration and solution-building Featured Example Carbon Newbie Summit A solutions-focused fireside chat Experiential Programming For engagement, storytelling, and public-facing impact Featured Example Oceanic Global Film Festival An inspiring, immersive screening series

Oceanic Global’s industry solutions have been creating a ripple of change since 2018. Businesses Engaged Countries Activated Single-Use Plastics Avoided Blue Consultants Trained Pounds of Plastics Avoided Global Policies Shaped Blue Solution Providers Island-Wide Projects Blue is a registered verification program on the International Trade Centre’s Standards Map, a joint mandate of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development.

The Blue Standard Consultant network consists of over 130+ individuals trained to help businesses across the globe achieve Blue Verification. Blue Standard Consultants work with cross-sector clients on the implementation of Oceanic Global's Blue Standard. Consultants undergo specialized trainings by Oceanic Global to ensure an in-depth knowledge of Blue in order to assist businesses to seamlessly become Blue verified. Blue trains aligned social enterprises, existing sustainability consultancy groups, nonprofit partners, and independent consultants. Synergistic consulting services are found with LEED, WELL, EarthCheck, and Green Globe, among others. Blue Standard Consulting Services Include: Training Process To become a Blue Standard Consultant, individuals must complete a training program and undergo an evaluation with Oceanic Global. Each practicing individual needs to complete the training and evaluation process. Become a Consultant Apply Now

Blue was created with the support of Oceanic Global’s Scientific Advisory Board, which includes experts in the space of waste management, climate change, green chemistry, hospitality and industry best practice. Zoe Reich Sustainability Leader + Climate Change Strategist; Vice President, ESG Advisory Lead, JLL Tarajia Morrell The Lovage; Hospitality & Culinary Consultant Laura Canevari Climate Adaptation Specialist; Founder & CEO, ITACA Valerie Michelet Sustainability & Communications Leader, High-Impact Programs, Cross-Sector Partnerships & International Engagement John Warner Senior Vice President, Chemistry & Distinguished Research Fellow at Zymergen Corporation Prof. Dr. Willy Legrand IU International University of Applied Sciences Sol Shafer CEO, G33nGroup Hervé Houdré Founder, H2Consulting & Previous Chairman for the Hotel Association of New York City Stewart Moore Founder & Chief Executive Officer at EarthCheck Gaeleen Quinn Co-Founder, QN Associates; U.S. Head of Impact, Too Good To Go Mia Davis Vice President of Sustainability and Impact at Credo Beauty; Co-Founder at the Pact Collective Jim McNelly Founder, U.S. Composting Council Michelle Li Founder & CEO, Clever Carbon Co-Founder, Executive Director & Board Member, Women and Climate

PROCESS Blue Verification Process Register Your Event Complete Assessment + Documentation Remove Plastics + Implement Blue Actions *Consulting Support Available Achieve Blue Seal Register To Get Started Verification Fees Includes: Registration, Documentation Review, High-Level Guidance, Awarding of Blue Seal, and Marketing Resources Events / Music Festival Size Verification Fee (USD) Small (under $50,000 production costs) $1,000 Medium ($50,000 - $500,000 production costs) $2,000 Large ($500,000 - $1,000,000 production costs) $3,000 Extra Large ($1,000,000 + production costs) $5,000 *Exact fee depends on event's production cost, project timeline, and overall scope. For full pricing breakdown, visit our website.