Unlocking the Potential of the Sustainable Blue Economy: Opportunities and Threats in a Changing Global Landscape
Eviatiwi Kusumaningtyas Sugiyanto (a*)- Kesi Widjajanti (b)- Ratna Wijayanti (c)- Anggita Putri Lestari (d)

a,b,c,d Faculty of Economics, Department Management, Semarang University, Indonesia
*eviatiwisugiyanto[at]usm.ac.id

Abstract

Purpose: This study explores the opportunities and threats facing this emerging sector in a rapidly changing global landscape.
Methodology: This research uses the SPAR-4-SLR-based systematic literature review method. Content analysis used Publish or Perish software as a database. A total of 64 Scopus-indexed articles were reviewed.
Findings: Key opportunities include advances in sustainable marine industries, such as renewable energy, fisheries, and tourism, which can drive economic growth and create jobs. However, the sector also faces considerable challenges, including overexploitation of marine resources, environmental degradation, and governance issues.
Implications: The findings emphasize the need for integrated policies, stakeholder collaboration, and innovative technologies to balance economic benefits with long-term ecological health. This study contributes to the discourse on building a resilient and inclusive blue economy that supports human and environmental well-being.
Originality: This article provides a holistic view, evaluating opportunities (economic growth, innovation, job creation) alongside environmental and governance challenges (overexploitation of resources, pollution, climate change).

Keywords: Opportunities- Threats- Sustainable blue economy

Topic: Economics