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Additionally, to capture the work developed outside the academic research domain, the Portuguese (PT) Blue School Network was selected as a source for identifying educational activities related to the Blue Economy, as it brings together initiatives provided by a diverse range of stakeholders.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Our analysis revealed a limited, though growing, body of scientific work connecting Ocean Literacy and Blue Economy (25 publications), prominently from Europe, possibly a reflection of the European Union's policy frameworks on the blue economic growth. Blue Economy is the most frequent economic topic, followed by specific sectors within Blue Economy, including aquaculture, fisheries, shipbuilding and offshore renewables. The Circular Economy concept arises in the context of plastic pollution whereas Environmental Economy concepts are associated with cultural values and restoration of marine ecosystems. The analysis of the Blue School PT program revealed that around 20% of the activities offered consider Blue Economy related topics. Within these topics, careers is the most covered issue, followed by circular economy and aquaculture. Fishing, fish consumption, biotechnology, economy and research are other issues covered. Emergent Blue Economy sectors, such as energy, robotics, and tourism, received less attention.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title><jats:p>This review underscores the need for greater integration of economic concepts within Ocean Literacy initiatives and illustrates the variety of economic issues that can be addressed to further promote the sustainable use of ocean resources. 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