Blue Evolution

Blue Evolution is exploring the benefits of Ulvans, a unique and underused compound found in sea lettuce (Ulva Spp). Using our patented extraction methods, we’re able to make the most of this powerful seaweed. While Ulvans have potential pharmaceutical applications, we’re focusing on nutraceuticals—things like gummies and beverages that offer a practical way to support health. Research suggests Ulvans may have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying properties. We're excited to bring seaweed’s benefits to more people in a way that’s both effective and accessible. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gJjfKcGF #nutraceuticals #seaweed #seaweedfarming

We are honored to stand alongside our Māori partners as they lead the way in sustainable aquaculture. Their dedication to traditional seaweed farming not only preserves a rich cultural heritage but also sets a new standard for responsible marine practices. At Blue Evolution, we believe that blending indigenous wisdom with innovative environmental stewardship is essential for a resilient future. This recent TriplePundit article describe the transformative impact of this collaboration. We remain committed to advancing initiatives that benefit both our oceans and our communities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e-nUBwjH #aquaculture #seaweedfarming #sustainable

Coastal communities have used seaweed in farming for centuries, if not millennia. ?? Farmers would gather seaweed washed ashore and spread it directly onto their fields as a natural fertilizer and soil conditioner. Fast forward to today: we understand the science behind seaweed and why it makes such an effective biostimulant (plant growth enhancer). Studies confirm that seaweed-based biostimulants help enhance plant resilience to stress, improve nutrient uptake, and support beneficial soil microbes. A family of compounds found in seaweed that we find most interesting is Polysaccharides, which includes alginates, carrageenans, and fucoidans. These compounds help improve soil structure by increasing water retention and aeration, and stimulate plant defense mechanisms and enhance resistance to pathogens. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7ArQUA7

What are biostimulants? Biostimulants are natural substances that boost the plant's natural functions, like how it uses water, absorbs nutrients, or deals with drought conditions. We see seaweed as the future of biostimulants because seaweeds are rich in bioactive compounds that support plant health including polysaccharides, minerals, trace elements, amino acids, and antioxidants. A 2022 study “A Seaweed Extract-Based Biostimulant Mitigates Drought Stress in Sugarcane” found that applying a seaweed extract-based biostimulant to sugarcane during dry periods can alleviate the negative effects of drought, leading to enhanced growth, increased sugar yield, and improved plant health. Seaweed-based biostimulants are used to grow food products like corn, barley, and sorghum, as well as specialty crops like tea and coffee, plus ornamental plants like roses. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7ArQUA7

The Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, a Māori iwi from New Zealand's Eastern Bay of Plenty, have partnered with Blue Evolution to create Te Huata Blue, a large-scale seaweed farming venture. This initiative combines indigenous environmental stewardship with advanced biotechnology to regenerate marine ecosystems and encourage economic growth. ?? Known for their strong connection to the ocean, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui traditionally rely on fishing and marine resources, which play a vital role in their cultural heritage and daily life. Their practices are deeply rooted in a stewardship ethos, ensuring sustainability and balance with nature. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gyRpH9HB

Going Beyond Mining As we look for sustainable ways to meet the world’s growing mineral needs for technology like electric cars, three methods have surfaced with stark contrasts in impact: Seaweed Biomining, Deep Sea Mining, and Land-Based Recovery. ?? Seaweed Biomining: an environmentally-friendly approach that has potential to utilize the natural absorption abilities of seaweeds to extract #essentialminerals from the ocean. Blue Evolution is currently researching how we can extract critical minerals from seaweed. This process aligns with #regenerative practices, as seaweed not only draws minerals but also helps restore marine ecosystems through photosynthesis (C02 in, oxygen out). Plus, it’s a renewable resource that can be farmed and harvested without harming the ocean floor or its inhabitants. ???? Deep Sea Mining: on the flip side, #deepseamining involves drilling into the ocean floor to extract minerals, such as cobalt and nickel. While these minerals are critical for technologies like batteries, this method can devastate marine ecosystems. The disruption to delicate seabed environments is often irreversible, and it risks releasing harmful sediments that threaten deep-sea creatures and biodiversity. Unlike Seaweed Biomining, deep sea mining damages ecosystems that take thousands of years to recover, if they ever do. ?? Innovative Land-Based Recovery: an approach that uses techniques like urban mining and #biomining to recycle valuable minerals from e-waste, industrial by-products, and low-grade ores. While promising, it faces challenges such as scalability, high costs, energy-intensive processes, and inefficiencies in material collection. Additionally, improper disposal and processing in regions with weak regulations limit its ability to fully meet the growing demand for critical minerals. Let's support methods that respect the balance of nature while addressing our mineral needs! ??? Stay tuned for more information about our hope for the alternatives using the power of #seaweed.

Seaweed can sequester carbon 10 to 75 times more effectively than terrestrial forests, but its benefits extend far beyond being a carbon sink. It plays a crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions across various sectors and replaces carbon-intensive feedstocks in manufacturing. This supports decarbonization efforts in human food and health, crop and animal health, biomaterials, critical minerals, industrial biochemicals, and more. Learn more: https://blueevolution.com/ #carbonsequestration #seaweedfarming #seaweed

Seaweed farming goes one step past sustainable - It’s regenerative. “It soaks up a lot more carbon than any terrestrial biomass per area, and it really only needs sunlight and seawater.” -Beau Perry, Blue Evolution Founder. Bonus: it also soaks up excess minerals and rare earth elements that we may be able to extract and use for technology like batteries for electric vehicles. “They’re a prolific sponge – they soak up nitrogen, phosphorus, carbon and a lot of minerals, and so in this first pass at the content analysis, we got a certain set of signals around REEs and precious metals, like rhodium, palladium and scandium.” -Beau Perry, Blue Evolution Founder. Learn more about this via the mining.com article: “Could seaweed farms become the next generation of mines?” https://lnkd.in/gnAmuXZU

Could seaweed farms become the next generation of mines? While testing how to render biofuels from seaweed, our team started to find some unusual levels of minerals designated as in the strategic interest of US economic development and national security, but what really got the Department of Energy’s attention was the rare earths. The discovery is a positive development for a nascent North American rare earths market and taps into the broader issue of the glaring lack of domestic production. China has a near monopoly on mining and refining the group of 17 metals that are crucial to the development of smart electronic devices and wind turbines, and which are notoriously difficult to extract and expensive to process. “This was sort of a beautiful accident, and it’s all a function of what’s in the water where the seaweed is growing.” -Beau Perry, Founder, Blue Evolution Learn more via “Could seaweed farms become the next generation of mines?” on mining.com: https://lnkd.in/g9EUq-se

Pictured here is Rikirangi Gage, CEO of Te Rūnanga o te Whānau, and Beau Perry, CEO of Blue Evolution, formalize their partnership with a Hongi, which symbolizes shared trust and commitment. Blue Evolution is honored to bring its biotechnology and seaweed farming expertise to a meaningful partnership with Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, a community that has cared for the land and sea for generations. Together, we’ll create sustainable, carbon-negative seaweed-based products—like biostimulants, nutraceuticals, pigments, and essential minerals—designed for global markets. This collaboration also opens the door to new opportunities, as we establish pilot facilities for both onshore and offshore seaweed farming, nurturing a rich variety of green, red, and brown seaweeds, including Ulva, Ecklonia, Pyropia, Gigartina, and Lessonia. We’re deeply honored to work hand-in-hand with the Te Whānau-ā-Apanui people, blending innovation with deep-rooted environmental care to shape a greener future. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gymENENZ #seaweedfarming #aquaculture #seaweed