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Oceans 2050 has published groundbreaking research in Nature Climate Change proving the extraordinary potential of seaweed farming to combat climate change.
Led by Chief Scientist Professor Carlos Duarte, our study is the first to quantify carbon burial beneath seaweed farms on a global scale. It confirms that seaweed farms sequester carbon in sediments at rates comparable to ecosystems like mangroves and seagrasses, long celebrated for their climate benefits.
Our research lays the foundation for integrating seaweed farming into carbon markets, unlocking new opportunities for sustainable aquaculture. By enabling the creation of verified carbon credits, it offers a vital tool to mitigate climate change while benefiting coastal communities. Seaweed farming not only removes atmospheric CO2 but also provides economic opportunities, food security, and resilience for some of the world’s most vulnerable populations, making it a cornerstone of the regenerative Blue Economy.
