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Kelp Blue records signs of recovery in extinct fish species in Namibia Kelp Blue has recorded promising signs of ecosystem restoration in its kelp forests, potentially benefiting extinct fish species like sardines. The company, founded in 2020, harvests kelp canopy year-round to produce alternative agri-food, bio-stimulant, and textile products at the world’s first large-scale kelp farm off the coast of Namibia, near Lüderitz. Kelp Blue Founder and CEO Daniel Hooft highlighted how the kelp forests transform underwater ecosystems by adding structure and habitat for marine life. https://lnkd.in/dmwcUuTN #namibia #fish #kelpblue #ecosystem Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) Anouk Bosman Fabian Shaanika Caroline Slootweg Cayne Moffat, CFA 

🌊 🌱 Newsflash: We’re a proud recipient of the Global Seaweed Coalition 2024 grant! 🌱🌊 This generous funding will be instrumental in advancing our ocean acidification impact project. So… what is this project about?  🌿 Ocean acidification is a serious problem for our marine ecosystems.  🌿 As oceans absorb more CO2 from the atmosphere, they become more acidic, creating a chemical imbalance that harms our marine life. 🌿 For example, shellfish have issues forming their shells!  🌿 Kelp can save the day: it can store locally available carbon from the surrounding waters in its biomass, with the potential to create a safe haven for these species, where the water is more suitable to live. So, our study aims to answer: to what extent is kelp able to help combat ocean acidification? With GSC’s support, we will acquire state-of-the-art autonomous sensors and analytical instruments, enabling us to create a comprehensive ocean acidification monitoring program. This project will be conducted in Lüderitz, Namibia, and aims to provide more insight into the benefits of healthy kelp forests. The Global Seaweed Coalition is dedicated to fostering a safe and sustainable seaweed industry worldwide, and we are honored to be part of this mission. Together, we can significantly impact our oceans and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this exciting journey! 🌍 🌊 #KelpForestFoundation #GlobalSeaweedCoalition #OceanConservation #SustainableSeaweed #OceanAcidification #LuderitzNamibia #MarineScience #InnovativeResearch

Every fraction of a degree matters. 🌍 The difference between 1.5°C, 2°C, or 3-4°C of global warming isn’t just numbers—it’s the future of humanity. It’s about the frequency of disasters, the survival of wildlife, the spread of diseases, and the stability of life as we know it. We still have the chance to achieve the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement, but time is running out. Every action today shapes the world of tomorrow. #ClimateAction starts with us. Let’s protect our planet for future generations at #COP29. 🌱 UN Climate Change

It might feel like the climate lift just got heavier, but last Wednesday might prove to be a catalyst for even more progress… Yes, last Wednesday’s result could have a profound impact for everyone concerned with climate. Potential tearing up of climate policies, defunding environmental agencies & protections and ‘drilling baby, drilling’. Another 4 years of environmental progress, potentially wasted. As depressing as that initially appears, there seems to be a silver lining taking shape…. Seeing the supportive, collaborative posts on LI compelling each other to stand firm, to keep working hard in service of environmental goals, has been inspiring. It reminded me of the growing army of people that are committed to working in pursuit of supporting our climate. From founders, investors, advisors, brand strategists, storytellers, marketeers, sales people, advocates, lawyers to name a few. We can use this moment to further galvanise us, to become more driven, more focused. A recent article in Mongabay.com states how the situation is different from 2016. Climate leaders have prepared for this scenario and with green energy making up 40% of GDP in countries like China, economic development is now much more environmentally supportive.  I’m going to cling to all this! I feel privileged to know and be connected with many people doing wonderful things in the climate space.  To that end, here is a further shout out that may provoke connections and serve as a reminder that we have a community capable of redoubling efforts to keep progressing. Inspiring ocean-based accelerators: Sustainable Ocean Alliance, SeaAhead Climate brands doing great things worth checking out: Sway, CalWave Inc., Sacred Seaplants, Fork Ranger, Reefgen, Last Loop Metals, Covalent Carbon Kapture Olio • Share More, Waste Less MotherTree Climate change makers to follow / connect with: Carlos Terol, Hermione Taylor Trewin Restorick Tessa Clarke, Matthew Mayes Patrick Flynn Reece Pacheco Lindsay Christianson Marcus Jacobsson Marcus Lehmann Courtney Correll Chaves Matt Tutt Oliver Dauert Mads Oscar Haumann Dan Sherrard-Smith Vojtech Vosecky Elena Doms Rhett Ayers Butler Climate focused brand / marketing / storytelling specialists: Tino Chow at Giant Shoulders, Gage Mitchell at Modern Species Alexis Eyre Zal Dastur Dustor Riccardo Sai Apologies to anyone missed.