Marine Carbon Sinks

Tackling climate change and biodiversity loss through kelp farming

Description

Kelp is able to absorb up to 20 times the amount of CO₂ than a forest and improve marine biodiversity. Bega Valley’s strong coastal presence provide an ideal location for develop regenerative seaweed farming and carbon sinks.

This project aims to promote the development of a kelp nursery and kelp farming for applications within other industries.

Outcomes

• Carbon sequestration: strengthen the region’s environmental services through carbon offsets.
• Biodiversity enhancements: contribute to the restoration of marine biodiversity through the provision of habitat and shade.
• Organic material: tap into the potential of algae for the Circular Economy by supporting other industries to source regenerative products (e.g. as fertiliser, superfood or other, as discovered by our research partner).