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Driving Ocean Restoration Through Environmental,
Economic and Social Solutions
UMITO Partners connects diverse stakeholders — from fishers and scientists to tech companies, local governments, restaurants, and consumers — to generate positive impact for marine ecosystems. Through initiatives such as blue carbon development, climate action, seafood certification, and supply chain transformation, we support projects that move the ocean toward a nature-positive future.
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Promoting Sustainable Fisheries
We support the planning and implementation of activities that help wild-capture and aquaculture operations transition towards sustainability.
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Shifting Fisheries Toward Sustainability
We help design and implement strategies to transform fisheries and aquaculture into more sustainable practices.
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Promoting Digital Transformation in Fisheries
From traceability solutions to digital transformation support, we help fisheries adopt sumarter systems by connecting them with the right partners and tools.
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Fishery Community Design
We work with local partners to build resilient community models grounded in sustainable fisheries.
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Protecting Ocean Biodiversity and Ecosystems
We plan, implement, and support initiatives to conserve marine biodiversity and restore ocean ecosystems.
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Coastal Ecosystem Conservation
We support the restoration of seagrass beds and other critical habitats, facilitate partnerships with experts and solution providers, and connect companies with on-the-ground restoration efforts.
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Integrated Coastal Conservation
We support local governments and companies in implementing integrated strategies that protect both coastal wateres and adjacent land areas -- from marine litter and ghost gear solutions to ecosystem restoration and fisheries management.
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Adancing 30by30 Goals
We support the reation of marine protected areas and the certifiaction of Nature Positive Sites, while facilitating partnerships between companies and local conservation efforts.
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Climate Change Mitigation
We plan, implement, and support initiatives that help slow the pace of climate change and strengthen the resilience of ocean-dependent communities and ecosystems.
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Blue Carbon Credit Development & Partnerships
We support the creation of blue carbon credits at production sites and connect them with companies seeking meaningful offset opportunities. Our work ensures that each partnership aligns with both the environmental value of the site and the goals of the offset buyers.
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Collaborative Research on Ocean Environmental Change
We partner with producers, companies, and reseaerchers to monitor and understand changes in marine ecosystems. Through collaborative science, we support data-driven adaptation and decision making.
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Supporting Coexistence Between Renewable Energy and Fisheries
We support the development of coordination and revitalization strategies for fisheries in areas where renewable energy is being introduced, and assist in planning and implementing related business initiatives.
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Blue Finance Support
We provide growth support for ocean-focused startups, leveraging a broad domestic and international network and deep expertise in the marine sector. Our approach combines business development with organizational coaching to build long-term resilience.
About the Ocean Future Impact Fund (OFIF)
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Startup Support in the Ocean Sector
We support the growth of ocean-related startups by offering both strategic guidance and organizational development, including leadership and systems coaching. We help ventures strengthen their impact and sustainability.
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Blue Finance Consulting
We work with impact funds, blue bonds, and strategic partners to develop financing schemes that deliver both returns and measurable ocean impact. From LP engagement to growth planning, we provide hands-on support across the investment cycle.
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Ocean Impact Assessment
As the first Japanese partner to support the adoption of the Ocean Impact Navigator, we provide tailored impact assessments grounded in our marine sector expertise. Our evaluations help align financial performance with environmental and social outcomes.
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