of the global carbon cycle is circulated through our oceans
across the world benefits from the ocean as a major source of protein
derive their livelihoods from blue economy activities
of the oceans' fish stocks are already fished at biologically unsustainable levels
of 60 million individuals engaged in the fisheries & aquaculture sector live in Asia
coastal wetlands have been lost over the last 100 years, with marine heatwaves accelerating widespread of reef degradation
of the global population claim to be flexitarians
of consumers say transparency is important to their purchase decisions
$53 trillion by 2025
Ability to turn carbon dioxide into biomass, some of which is then sequestered in the deep sea or coastal sediment
Seaweed products substituting fossil-fuel based products to decarbonize value chains such as biofertilizer, bioplastics, animal feed and more
Mitigates ocean acidification and runaway land-based pollution through nutrient removal and reallocation
Artificial reef system for restoration of coastal habitats and ecosystems
Rich source of protein and bioactive compounds for use in the food and nutrition market
Requires limited freshwater and no chemical fertilizers to maintain
Can be an abundance multiplier when farmed in IMTA systems to diversify yield, optimise farm productivity and support biodiversity
Can be an abundance multiplier when farmed in IMTA systems to diversify yield, optimise farm productivity and support biodiversity
Market development and relative growth potential highlights the commercial value of seaweed and can increase earnings for farmers
Alternative, and stable, livelihood option for at-risk artisanal fishermen and coastal communities
BIODIVERSITY GAINS
Restoring abundance to local marine ecosystems through sustainable practices and coastal conservation projects
ECOLOGICAL ENHANCEMENT
Local moderation of ocean acidification and deoxygenation through nutrient removal and enhanced ecological conditions
DECARBONISATION
Replacing fossil-fuel based products with carbon negative seaweed products to drastically reduce value chain (Scope 3) emissions
CARBON DIOXIDE REMOVAL
Bio-sequestration (export to deep sea or coastal sediments) of carbon dioxide during seaweed cultivation (cultured and wild))
CLIMATE RISK REDUCTION
Data-driven insights to minimise the impact of increasing climate risks (e.g. marine heatwaves and heavy rainfall events) through environmental monitoring, water quality management and subsequent financial protection mechanisms
PLASTIC REDUCTION
Minimising local plastic pollution, microplastics and debris through sourcing of alternative sustainable production materials
INCOME DIVERSIFICATION
Diversifying revenue streams through integrated aquaculture systems and product innovation
DIGITAL LITERACY
Enhancing global connectivity and boosting digital capabilities for upstream actors
EDUCATION
Providing online modules to improve financial literacy, sustainable practices and business productivity
EQUITABLE GROWTH
Redistribution of wealth to equitably represent value in productivity through transparency and fair trade
JOB CREATION
Local jobs created and stabilised through technology, data and systems management, community and restoration operations, and services
MARKET STABILITY
Reducing price volatility and stabilising income for primary producers to foster strong markets
POVERTY ALLEVIATION
Breaking poverty cycle for farmers through increased earnings and diversified income
ACCESS TO FINANCE
Development and provision of needs-based financial products for empowering household resilience
