News
Latest News & Upcoming Events
Seaweeds and Climate: Why do we need a UN Global Seaweed Initiative?
GSC Climate Week event 3:30-5:30 pm EDT, September 22, UNGC Boardroom, New-York Background: Seaweeds help mitigate climate change by absorbing CO2 and nutrients from the ocean, serving as a source material for bioplastics and potentially biofuels that reduce reliance...
In Memoriam: Dr. Flower Msuya
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Flower Msuya, a founding and pivotal member of the Global Seaweed Coalition since its inception. Dr. Msuya’s work has inspired and shaped a whole generation, including the young generation of Tanzanian...
Supporting seaweeds and their myriad contributions to advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and beyond
Madagascar, Indonesia, France, UN entities & Global Seaweed Coalition announce support for the creation of a UN Global Seaweed Initiative at the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference, Nice, France
A coalition of governments, UN entities, and partners has announced the development of a United Nations Global Seaweed Initiative (UNGSI) — a collaborative platform to promote global efforts for safe and sustainable development of the seaweed sector supported by...
La Baleine event at UNOC3: Towards a UN taskforce on seaweed
10 June 2025, 10:15 - 11:15 hrs. Palais des Expositions, Green zone, Nice, France This session details the UN Taskforce on Seaweed - an initiative bringing together partners to unlock the potential of seaweed for sustainable food systems, climate resilience, and...
Shaping a Sustainable Future for Seaweed in a Regenerative Blue Economy
June 7, 11:30am – 1:00pm, Grimaldi Forum, Monaco Seaweed holds immense potential for regenerating the blue economy, contributing to climate resilience, food security and sustainable livelihoods. This event offers a unique opportunity to highlight the untapped...
Toward the creation of a UN task force on seaweed – Raising the level of ambition for a sustainable blue economy
The Global Seaweed Coalition will host an official in person side-event in the Blue Zone during the 2025 UN Ocean Conference in Nice, France, entitled “Toward the creation of a UN task force on seaweed – Raising the level of ambition for a sustainable blue economy” ...
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...
On Ubuntoo
Start-up Claims Algae Could Replace PFAS in Textiles Amid Contamination Crisis
A Venice-based start-up says it has developed a seaweed-derived additive that can make materials fire- and water-repellent, offering manufacturers an alternative to PFAS chemicals linked to risks for human health and ecosystems.
Source : The Brussels Times
Seychelles Explores Aquaculture and Fisheries Ties with India's CMFRI
An eight-member Seychelles delegation led by Wallace Cosgrow, principal minister and minister for fisheries, agriculture and the blue economy, visited the ICAR–Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) in Kochi, India, on 27 August to discuss cooperation in marine fisheries research, sustainable fisheries management and mariculture.
Source : The Fish Site
Trading in Palm Trees for Seaweed to Support Domestic Manufacturing
Mingyu Qiao will use an anaerobic digestion process to transform seaweed into a sustainable replacement for palm oil.
Source : UConn Today
Kelpi’s Seaweed-based Coating Approved for Food Contact by US FDA
UK company Kelpi has announced that its seaweed-based biomaterial coating has been cleared for food contact by the US Food and Drug Administration, allowing it to be used on paper and board food packaging sold in the US.
Source : Packaging Europe
Meet the Women Leading Norway’s Seaweed Revolution
It’s still dark as I pick my way down a rocky path toward the sea. The air is as cold as you’d expect from a Norwegian winter, but the wind is still—a small mercy as I peel off my robe and slide into my wetsuit. I’m preparing to dive. Not for fish, but for seaweed, a natural resource that is plentiful in this part of the world.
Source : Vogue
Seaweed Coating Targets Protective Textiles
Venice-based Algae Scope is developing a seaweed-derived coating ingredient for water- and fire-resistant performance fabrics.
Source : Ecotextile News
Engineers Floated a Solar Platform in the Yellow Sea and Discovered the Seaweed Growing Underneath was Actually Helping Keep it Steadier in the Water
The Yellow Sea is generating solar power on floating platforms, and seaweed is keeping it steady. The intermittency and land limitations of traditional photovoltaic installations remain global challenges.
Source : Energies Media
Seaweed Leather Could Be Fashion’s Next Big Win
Luxury fashion is turning to seaweed leather as the next big sustainable innovation, offering a regenerative, biodegradable alternative to traditional leather.
Source : Ethos
Oregon’s Coast Holds Huge Opportunity for Restorative Mariculture, Report Finds
Oregon’s coast holds significant opportunity to expand restorative cultivation of marine and coastal species with ecological benefits for the natural environment, according to a recent assessment led by the Nature Conservancy.
Source : The Nature Conservancy
Solutions From the Sea: JIRCAS Partners Startup to Scale Marine Cultivation of Methane-reducing Seaweed to Cut Cattle Emissions
The Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) partners with startup to cultivate methane-reducing seaweed in marine environments for use in cattle feed to lower livestock emissions.
Source : AgNavigator