Stardust Startups

[NEW STARTUP SPOTLIGHT ?] ARGONETA is a new Climate Action startup tackling challenges like coral restoration, carbon sequestration, marine research, and even mental health through ocean experiences. ???? In this exclusive video interview, meet founder Ivan Francis and discover how ARGONETA's innovative approach is paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future beneath the waves. Ivan won Stardust Startups North Carolina (SSNC)'s inaugural $500 Coastal Idea Challenge in Spring of 2024 for his outstanding idea addressing the critical challenges and opportunities within North Carolina’s Blue Economy. He then applied for a $3,000 microgrant from SSNC and was selected for that as well. ?? ?? View this video on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dmnnu2aC Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities as we continue to empower innovation within the Blue Economy! ? https://lnkd.in/epsREURJ ? ? Keywords: #marineresearch #climateaction #climatechange #coralreef #coralconservation #reefconservation #carbonsequestration #startup #environmentalawareness #impactbusiness

Many, many thanks to Sue Van Hook, Laura Jean Palmer- Moloney, PhD, and Helen B. Whiteley for an excellent discussion on equity in the #blueeconomy. But most of all special acknowledgement to Ishita Pai Raikar for moderating this important conversation. This webinar is a production of the NC State Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship program and NC State's Blue Economy Innovation Program.

?? Win $500 and priority status in our annual microgrant program for startups! In collaboration with North Carolina State University's Blue Economy Innovation Program, Stardust Startups NC is proud to present the Winter 2024 edition of the?$500 Coastal Idea Challenge. ???? If you are an emerging entrepreneur building an idea for a Blue Economy endeavor you believe could make a positive impact, this contest is for you! ?? The proposed solution/idea must relate to Blue Economy challenges/opportunities demonstrated in coastal North Carolina and align with Climate Action & Sustainable Communities SDGs. ? All submissions must be received?by 11:59 PM on December 13, 2024. For more information and how to submit: https://lnkd.in/dBGmyHuS Please share this opportunity with others! Key words: #contest #competition #ideacontest #northcarolina #ncsu #ncstate #blueeconomy #coastalnc #entrepreneurship #startup #entrepreneurs #challenge #ideasintoaction #ideachallenge #climateaction #climate #climatechange #climatesolution

Thank you to the Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa for celebrating the entrepreneurial journey -- and for supporting me through mine! It was great to be back amongst the energy of possibility with my #TelferNation peers. (I'm also thrilled that you still consider me young ??)

A big thanks to Jennifer McLogan from CBSTV News for her interview with Coastal Technologies Corp’s George Thatos for the important Climate Change segment running later this month!

Stardust Startups is thrilled to have Megan Takeda-Tully, CFA among the microgrant awardees from 2020. Great work, Megan!

Unpacking Uncertainty: What It Means to Work and Innovate Within Today’s Life, Business & Climate Unknowns "The only constant is change " feels like an understatement these days. Uncertainty permeates everything, especially when it comes to the climate crisis. But here's the key: uncertainty isn't always a foe. Humans have thrived in uncertain times before. The climate crisis demands action, and we can't afford to be paralyzed by "what ifs." Food security, coastal communities, entire ecosystems – the stakes are high. The good news? We have the power to change course. This is where collaboration comes in. Governments, businesses, and organizations must factor in climate risk. Emerging technologies can integrate climate data into decision-making, guiding our path forward. Check out the new Stardust blog by Julia Enright https://lnkd.in/gKcUCkDu #ClimateAction #EmbraceUncertainty #StardustStartups #BlueEconomy #Innovation

Thank you Tracy Tullis for the wonderful article in Newsday highlighting Coastal Technologies in her important in-depth feature on Long Island’s battered beaches, as the Long Island startup that “may have answers to combat erosion.”??????? Our Cliff Stabilizers are pictured, showing how they allow vegetation to root and thrive on a steep, rapidly eroding coastal bluff. “Coastal Technologies tools like these proved effective at maintaining shoregrass and other natural vegetation against Hurricane Ian in 2022.”