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- 1Origami design could scale up open-ocean seaweed farming▼Origami Geometry Could Make Open-Ocean Seaweed Farming Scalable for Carbon Sequestration | Newswise
Researchers report that structures based on origami geometry could make seaweed farming in the open ocean scalable, potentially turning farmed kelp into a practical tool for carbon sequestration. The design addresses how to grow and harvest seaweed at scale in deep waters, where currents and depth have limited existing farming methods.
- 2Origami geometry could scale open-ocean seaweed carbon farming▼Origami geometry could make open-ocean seaweed farming scalable for carbon sequestration
Researchers say origami-inspired geometry could make open-ocean seaweed farming scalable as a carbon sequestration tool. By folding structures that hold seaweed in productive zones while withstanding waves, the design aims to overcome the practical limits that have kept offshore kelp cultivation small-scale. Interest centres on whether farmed seaweed can meaningfully absorb carbon dioxide at industrial scale, a question closely watched in climate and ocean science circles.
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Stony Brook University reports that scholar Sohl Lee is examining seaweed through the lens of art, ecology and cultural history, tracing how the marine plant has shaped aesthetics, food traditions and environmental thought. The project connects art history with contemporary ecological concerns, and it is drawing attention as interest grows in the intersections of art, nature and climate.
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Ichinoya, the Japanese company known for its high-end seaweed (nori) bento boxes, has filed for bankruptcy. The news is drawing attention because the brand had been widely praised by comedians and TV personalities, including Haraiichi's Iwai and Kamaitachi, leaving many wondering how a well-reviewed luxury food business failed.
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Sargassum, the brown seaweed that forms massive drifting blooms across the tropical Atlantic and Caribbean, is back in the news. Scientists, including researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, track the floating mats, which wash ashore in huge quantities, affecting coastlines, tourism and marine life across the region each year.
- 6Sun-Powered Cars and Seaweed Plastic Picnics Highlight Sustainable Living●Sun-Powered Cars and Seaweed Plastic Picnics - Sustainable Homes
Sustainable homes are in focus as solar-powered cars and picnicware made from seaweed-based plastic alternatives gain attention. The developments point to a broader push to replace fossil fuels and single-use plastics with renewable energy and biodegradable materials in everyday life, from transport to family outings. Interest centers on how quickly these technologies can move from promising concepts into ordinary households and routines.
- 7EIB and partners launch €5.6m sargassum package for Dominican firms▼EIB, European Commission and ADOPEM turn the tide on sargassum with €5.6 million package for Dominican businesses
The European Investment Bank, the European Commission and Dominican financial institution ADOPEM have unveiled a €5.6 million support package for Dominican businesses affected by sargassum seaweed. The funding aims to help small businesses in the Dominican Republic cope with the economic impact of the recurring sargassum influx on coasts, fisheries and tourism, turning an environmental problem into a managed challenge.
- 8Sustainable Seaweed Farming Seen as Boost for Coastal Economies▼Sustainable Seaweed Farming Could Boost Coastal Communities, Economies, and Marine Health
The Pew Charitable Trusts highlights sustainable seaweed farming as an opportunity for coastal communities, arguing it can support local livelihoods, strengthen economies, and improve marine health. Seaweed requires no freshwater, fertiliser, or feed, making it a low-impact crop with growing commercial demand for food, fertiliser, and other products. Supporters say expanding the industry responsibly could deliver environmental and economic benefits at once, though care is needed to avoid ecological harm.