The United Nations Environment Programme has identified three planetary crises – climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. Seaweed farming can address all three of these – whilst offering so many other benefits to coastal communities and the ocean.
Innovation
Here at SeaGrown we have developed a brand-new method for seaweed farming which can stand up to the challenging open-water environment of the wild North Sea. Our system works in harmony with other marine users, and provides environmental benefits to the sea and to the climate. Kelpedo™ - is the most potent underwater weapon in our fight against climate change and biodiversity loss.
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CARBON SEQUESTRATION
Seaweed is a powerhouse of carbon capture, absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere and helping to mitigate climate change. If seaweed was grown over 9% of the ocean it would take up all of the carbon that has been emitted by humankind.
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OCEAN REGENERATION
Seaweed farms act as underwater forests, producing oxygen and providing habitat for marine animals including juvenile fish and shellfish. Overall seaweed farming can enhance marine biodiversity and increase ocean health.
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SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE
Seaweed is a rapidly growing renewable resource. It requires no fertilizers, pesticides, or freshwater, making it a highly sustainable crop. It provides a low carbon and versatile food and seaweed can be used to replace high carbon inputs into products such as plastics, fertilisers and fuels.
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REDUCING COASTAL PRESSURE
By moving seaweed cultivation offshore, SeaGrown eases pressure on the use of coastal areas, which can be reserved for recreation, tourism, and near-shore fishing.
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NUTRIENT ABSORBTION
Seaweed absorbs excess nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus. In the right place this can help combat pollution from agricultural runoff, reducing harmful algal blooms that can devastate marine environments.
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