As a compound [noun] of nature and innovation, Compound transforms seaweed into revolutionary materials, nutritious foods, and advanced composites. Our research-based approach compounds [verb] the benefits of circular systems, creating sustainable solutions that generate valuable carbon credits while regenerating ocean ecosystems.
Through our compound [adjective] approach to sustainability, we're building a future where ocean resources contribute to planetary health rather than depleting it.
Harness seaweed's natural properties to create sustainable solutions that regenerate ocean ecosystems while generating valuable carbon credits.
We believe in the critical importance of nature-based solutions for a cleaner world. Our commitment goes beyond profit—we're dedicated to making meaningful impact through resource dedication and innovative thinking.
We're setting the course for humanity's future with purpose, using seaweed cultivation to create better lives, a cleaner planet, and happier communities. This journey will take decades, and we're prepared for the long-term commitment.
Our values are deeply rooted in environmental stewardship, scientific integrity, and social responsibility. We prioritize transparency in all our operations, sharing both successes and challenges openly with our stakeholders.
Collaboration is at the heart of our approach—we actively seek partnerships with diverse organizations, from local communities to global research institutions, recognizing that the most effective solutions emerge from collective wisdom.
We embrace innovation not as an end in itself, but as a means to create lasting positive change. Our decision-making process always considers the triple bottom line: people, planet, and prosperity.
We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and where every team member can contribute meaningfully to our mission. As we grow, we remain grounded in our founding principles, ensuring that our expansion never comes at the expense of our core values.
Today, we face unprecedented usage of single-use materials and excessive carbon pollution. However, we also have an abundant amount of sea available to grow seaweed. We're determined to utilize these resources responsibly, doing good for the world while addressing critical environmental challenges.
The scale of these challenges is immense—global plastic production continues to increase exponentially, with millions of tons entering our oceans annually. Carbon emissions remain stubbornly high despite international agreements, pushing us closer to irreversible climate tipping points.
Conventional approaches to these problems often treat symptoms rather than causes, failing to address the systemic nature of environmental degradation. Additionally, we face significant logistical and technological hurdles in scaling seaweed cultivation to the levels needed for meaningful impact.
Regulatory frameworks across different regions vary widely, creating complex compliance landscapes. Public awareness and acceptance of seaweed-based solutions remain limited in many markets, requiring extensive education and outreach efforts.
Despite these obstacles, we see tremendous opportunity in these challenges—each represents a chance to innovate, collaborate, and demonstrate the viability of nature-based approaches that work in harmony with marine ecosystems rather than exploiting them.
We're in the early stages of regenerative farming, sustainable practices, and circular economies—which means we have tremendous potential to increase production while improving the health of our planet. Through focused growing methods and collaborations with research institutes and other partners, we can effectively sequester carbon from the atmosphere and create lasting positive change.
The future we envision extends far beyond current applications of seaweed cultivation. As our technologies mature and scale, we anticipate revolutionary breakthroughs in biodegradable packaging materials that could eliminate the need for conventional plastics in numerous industries.
Our research suggests potential applications in sustainable textiles, renewable energy storage, and even carbon-negative building materials. The bioactive compounds found in various seaweed species show promise for pharmaceutical applications, potentially leading to new treatments for prevalent health conditions.
In agriculture, seaweed-derived products could significantly reduce chemical fertilizer use while improving soil health and crop yields. We're also exploring innovative aquaculture systems that integrate seaweed cultivation with sustainable fish farming, creating closed-loop systems that maximize resource efficiency.
As climate policies evolve globally, we anticipate growing recognition of blue carbon initiatives, potentially creating new economic models that properly value the ecosystem services provided by seaweed forests. Through strategic deployment of these solutions, we believe we can help transform multiple industries while regenerating marine ecosystems around the world.
Nutritious options for humans and livestock.
Ensuring ecosystem balance whilst capturing carbon and generating revenue.
Materials, composites and pharmaceuticals.
We're building comprehensive systems that leverage seaweed's remarkable properties to address multiple environmental challenges simultaneously. Our approach is rooted in three core principles: sustainability, regeneration, and accessibility.
Our cultivation methods are designed to work in harmony with natural ocean ecosystems, creating habitats that support marine biodiversity while sequestering carbon at scale. We've developed proprietary techniques that maximize yield while minimizing environmental impact, ensuring our operations actually improve ocean health rather than depleting it.
Unlike conventional carbon capture technologies that often require massive energy inputs, our seaweed forests naturally remove carbon dioxide from seawater, addressing ocean acidification while generating verifiable carbon credits. This creates a sustainable business model that aligns environmental benefits with economic incentives.
We're committed to making our solutions accessible across different geographies and economic contexts. Through strategic partnerships with coastal communities, we're creating models that can be adapted and implemented globally, generating local employment while contributing to climate resilience.
Our integrated approach addresses multiple SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) simultaneously—from climate action and life below water to zero hunger and economic growth. By treating these challenges as interconnected rather than isolated problems, we're developing holistic solutions that create cascading positive impacts across environmental and social systems.
Our approach is rooted in system-level thinking, recognizing that successful seaweed cultivation and carbon sequestration require an integrated ecosystem of solutions working in harmony.
We're developing a network of both in-sea and land-based facilities that complement each other's strengths. Our ocean-based farms harness natural marine environments and currents, while our controlled land facilities enable year-round production, research, and seedling development regardless of seasonal variations. This dual approach ensures resilience against environmental fluctuations and maximizes our cultivation capacity.
We've carefully selected fast-growing seaweed species that can be harvested multiple times per year, creating a continuous supply chain while rapidly sequestering carbon. These species have been chosen not only for their growth rates but also for their adaptability to changing ocean conditions and their beneficial impact on surrounding marine ecosystems.
Technology is the backbone of our operation. We've deployed an array of sensors and monitoring systems that provide real-time data on water conditions, growth rates, and carbon sequestration metrics. This technology-enabled approach allows us to make data-driven decisions, optimize growing conditions, and provide transparent, verifiable reporting to our partners and carbon credit purchasers.
Our integrated data platform connects all aspects of our operation—from cultivation and harvesting to processing and distribution—creating efficiencies while maintaining complete traceability throughout the value chain. This system allows us to continuously improve our methods based on empirical evidence rather than assumptions.
By combining traditional ecological knowledge with cutting-edge technology, we're creating a scalable model that can be adapted to diverse marine environments worldwide. Our systems thinking approach ensures that each component of our operation reinforces the others, creating a resilient and regenerative solution that grows stronger over time.
In summary, the first phase of our journey is:
We have the potential to sustainably sequester carbon, provide nutritious food, and create innovative materials for millions of lives.
V & S
Founders