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Unlocking the Potential of Europe’s Seaweed and Bivalve Industries
Seaweed and bivalve aquaculture hold immense promise for restoring ocean health, mitigating climate change, and strengthening coastal economies. Market forecasts point to double-digit growth over the next decades. Yet, despite increasing investment and...
In Memoriam: Professor Thierry Chopin
Tribute to Professor Thierry Chopin, by Dr. Philippe Potin, scientific director of the Global Seaweed Coalition. Throughout his career, Thierry was known for his enthusiasm, charisma, and sense of humor, leaving a lasting impact on the scientific community and...
Congratulations to our 2024 Grantees!
After a highly competitive evaluation process undertaken by the GSC Scientific and Strategic Advisory Councils, the Global Seaweed Coalition Leadership Committee gathering our founding partners from UN Global Compact, CNRS and Lloyds Register Foundation made the final...
The Global Seaweed Coalition will be visiting Japan in April
The Global Seaweed Coalition will be visiting Japan in April! Our local partners from UN Global Compact Japan are working on organizing a great seaweed conference at the Sasakawa Peace Foundation in Tokyo (April 26th, 2pm) in partnership with the French Embassy &...
Official UNEA-6 Side-Event: “Seaweed as a nature-based solution to tackle the triple planetary crisis: climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution”
Seaweed at the UN Environmental Assembly ! We are currently facing a triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. These crises are undermining nature’s ability to provide ecosystem services that support human and non-human well-being....
Joint press release: 1st EU Algae Awareness Summit
The first EU Algae Awareness Summit will be held from 5 to 7 October 2023 at the Maison de l’Océan* in Paris. This unprecedented event in Europe, co-organized by the European Commission, the French Government and the Global Seaweed Coalition (UN Global Compact) with...
Découvrez le monde des algues le 7 octobre à la Maison de l’Océan à Paris!
🌊La magnifique Maison de l'Océan, lieu environnemental de référence au cœur de Paris ouvrira ses portes au public le 7 octobre prochain pour une journée d'immersion dans le monde des algues ! Partez à leur découverte à partir de 10 heures au cours de cette journée...
The Global Seaweed Coalition is looking for its new Scientific Officer
The Global Seaweed Coalition is looking for its new Scientific Officer! Hosted by our founding partners from CNRS, the Scientific Officer will manage GSC funded projects and be the main contact point with project holders. Supervised by the GSC Scientific Director,...
Global Seaweed Coalition Annual Meeting: 5 October 2023 in Paris
After a busy transition year, the Global Seaweed Coalition is proud to invite our growing community to our second Annual Meeting, to be held 5 October 2023 at the Maison de l'Océan in Paris. This Annual Meeting is an opportunity to look back together at our...
Safe Seaweed Coalition becomes the Global Seaweed Coalition
Seaweed stakeholders stepping up global collaboration to scale climate and nature solutions The Safe Seaweed Coalition is proud to announce it has become the Global Seaweed Coalition (GSC), hosted by its founding partner United Nations Global Compact. The potential...
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How Seaweed Could Become the New Cling Film
Engineer Nicholas Zarb was dismayed by the sight of chopped fresh vegetables wrapped in cling film, which must be discarded after a single use.
Source : Times Malta
Enjoy Sushi? You May Have Welsh Seaweed to Thank for It
If it were not for the algae known as laver growing on the north Welsh coastline, it is very likely the sushi industry as we know it today would not exist.
Source : BBC
Natural History Museum Leads Seaweed Resilience Research Project
The Natural History Museum has launched a new research project to help tackle the major environmental challenges faced by seaweed communities and industries across south-east Asia, a sector identified as both economically and environmentally critical.
Source : Oceanographic
As Seaweed Farming Grows, Researchers Aim to Close Knowledge Gaps
In Alaska and British Columbia, stronger monitoring needed to ensure sustainability for nature and communities.
Source : The Pew Charitable Trusts
Department of Fisheries Accelerates Seaweed Production, Positioning it as “Food of the Future”
The Department of Fisheries has positioned seaweed as a model for value-added product innovation, aiming to create economic opportunities for communities and strengthen the grassroots economy toward long-term sustainability.
Source : The Nation
Seaweed Farming: A Golden Opportunity Rising from India’s Coastal Waters
Seaweed farming has become a savior for coastal communities among the many opportunities that the sea presents. With more than 844 varieties of seaweed inhabiting Indian waters, this green gold is gradually changing lives by providing an alternative, sustainable source of income.c
Source : Krishi Japan
Where and How Seaweed is Consumed in Europe
Used since ancient times, edible seaweed is back in the headlines. Some European countries use it in their dishes, others do not. How many varieties are there in the North Sea and which are eaten? This pilot project, AlgaeFood, aims to encourage their use.
Source : Euronews
Marine Biologics’ Data Unlocks Seaweed’s Potential
Source : Food Navigator
Nordic SeaFarm Appoints Christer Olausson as New CEO to Accelerate Growth in Seaweed Industry
Olausson brings a strong background in business development, having held executive roles in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, and agriculture. His appointment comes as the company looks to strengthen its position in the rapidly growing European seaweed market and broaden its product offerings in areas like food, bioplastics, and pet food. Nordic SeaFarm, established in 2016, has been a key player in the commercialization and research of seaweed, with a focus on sustainability and innovation in various industries.
Source : Arctic Startup
Denmark and Germany Promote the Use of Edible Seaweed in a European Project
Europe is looking for alternatives to animal protein consumption: is edible seaweed an option? In Denmark, researchers at AlgaeFood, a European interregional project, are convinced. In addition to classifying it, they act to promote its use and raise awareness among the new generations.
Source : Euronews