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GLOBAL INNOVATORS UNITE TO TACKLE SUSTAINABLE SEAWEED SOLUTIONS
June 1, 2022
Global innovators unite to tackle sustainable seaweed solutions. Stakeholders, enthusiasts and newcomers from around the world are coming together for a 24-hour telethon to discuss the regenerative potential of seaweed.
From bioplastics to cosmetics, seaweed can unlock various social, environmental and economic benefits.
Aiming to raise awareness, showcase innovations and fund regenerative seaweed farming, Seaweed First presents the second edition of Seaweed Around the Clock starting 2nd June until 1st July.
Hosted over a 24-hour period, this is the largest global seaweed event that unites people and businesses of all backgrounds to talk about the growing seaweed industry, featuring some of the industry’s leading innovators.
Kicking off in New Zealand with stops in Australia, Tanzania, Indonesia, USA, Greece, Tunisia and more, the live show will feature debates, keynotes, cooking and fashion shows, covering everything from seaweed’s potential to revolutionise the pharmaceutical sector and contribute to a cleaner fashion industry, to developing seaweed polymers as an alternative food packaging.
Keynote speakers include:
· HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco
· Mike Horn: Explorer, ocean conservationist
· Manuel Barange: Executive Secretary ad interim, FAO
· Paul McLeod: Aboriginal leader, Yuin nation
· Vaimu’a Muliava: Government of New Caledonia
· Mairi Gougeon MSP: Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands, Scotland
· Kalistat Lund: Minister for Agriculture, Self-Sufficiency, Energy and Environment, Greenland
· Virginijus Sinkevičius: European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries
· Amber Nuttall: Environment & Sustainability Director, Extreme International, UK
· Hon. Lana Popham: Minister for Agriculture and Food, BC, Canada
· Ambassador Beate Stirø: Norwegian Ambassador to Cuba
· Peter Klinken: Chief Scientist of Western Australia Government
· Caroline McMillen: Chief Scientist of Western Australia Government
· Hugh Possingham: Chief Scientist of Western Australia Government
Aside from the 24-hour telethon, delegates can take part in our 30-day virtual expo, giving people and businesses the opportunity to connect with seaweed stakeholders, enthusiasts and newcomers through interactive booths and one-to-one meetings.
Speaking ahead of the event, Antoine Erwes, co-founder of Seaweed First, said:
“We stand at a pivotal moment for the seaweed industry today. On one hand, there is an urge to address global challenges such as climate change, food security, health and poverty. Many companies and countries have set ambitious goals but generally lack the tools to make them a reality. On the other hand, innovation and research have positioned seaweed as a strategic resource to address these problems. Despite being an ancient industry, seaweed’s numerous economic, social and environmental benefits have just begun making it a trending topic.
“However, too much attention can be dangerous, and it is important to separate truth from hype. Many facts are being exaggerated in order to fit agendas. In the long term, this will bring more harm than good to seaweed as scandals will rise and projects will fail to deliver promised expectations.
“With Seaweed Around the Clock, we want to prepare the next businesses, investors and consumers of seaweed to the reality of the market. By demystifying seaweed, we hope to lead the industry in the right direction and create a seaweed sector where farmers prosper, our oceans are protected and businesses can build regenerative supply chains around this resource. In the background, our non-profit Seaweed First will continue to work on providing better seaweed data and help improve the economic and environmental performance of farms while accompanying businesses in the creation of their seaweed strategy.”
For more details and to view the agenda, please visit seaweedaroundtheclock.vfairs.com
About Seaweed First
Seaweed First is a French not-for-profit that uses data-driven insights to shift the world towards a seaweed economy. Their seaweed data platform enables them to focus on three pillars: Farm development, risk and market analysis, and education and training. To find out more visit seaweedfirst.org
